Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
It contradicts because it emphasizes that not everyone who calls Jesus Lord will enter the kingdom, suggesting that words and actions (not just power) are important.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:5
This verse speaks of people having a form of godliness but denying its power, highlighting a focus on mere appearance rather than true spiritual power.
2 Timothy 3:5: Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 19:11-12
God's presence is depicted as a gentle whisper, after a powerful display, indicating that God’s essence can be found in quietness rather than just power.
1 Kings 19:11-12: And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the LORD. And, behold, the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the LORD; [but] the LORD [was] not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; [but] the LORD [was] not in the earthquake:
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
This verse notes that God is love, suggesting that love, not power, is the core essence of God's kingdom.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6
This verse states that God's work is accomplished not by might nor by power, but by His Spirit, contrasting the notion of power highlighted in 1 Corinthians 4:20.
Zechariah 4:6: Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. [might: or, army]