Contradiction with Proverbs 13:18
Explains how poverty and shame come to those who refuse instruction, contrasting with the divine provision in 1 Kings 17:15.
Proverbs 13:18: Poverty and shame [shall be to] him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-33
Suggests seeking God's kingdom first for provision, while 1 Kings 17:15 shows immediate provision after obedience.
Matthew 6:31-33: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
Contradiction with Psalm 37:25
States righteous will not be forsaken or begging bread, while 1 Kings 17:15 involves miraculous provision amidst famine, suggesting prior lack.
Psalm 37:25: I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10
Implies necessity to work for sustenance, contrasting with the miraculous sustenance provided in 1 Kings 17:15.
2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
Contradiction with Luke 12:24
Encourages reliance on God as provider, akin to the ravens, which contrasts 1 Kings 17:15 where human obedience precedes provision.
Luke 12:24: Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?