Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:11
While 1 Samuel 9:22 depicts Saul being given a place of honor, in 1 Samuel 16:11, David is not even considered initially by Jesse as he is out tending sheep, suggesting a contrast in initial presentation and importance.
1 Samuel 16:11: And Samuel said unto Jesse, Are here all [thy] children? And he said, There remaineth yet the youngest, and, behold, he keepeth the sheep. And Samuel said unto Jesse, Send and fetch him: for we will not sit down till he come hither. [down: Heb. round]
Contradiction with Luke 14:10
1 Samuel 9:22 shows Saul being elevated to a position of honor, whereas in Luke 14:10, the teaching is to take the lowest place to then be honored, implying a humble approach before recognition.
Luke 14:10: But when thou art bidden, go and sit down in the lowest room; that when he that bade thee cometh, he may say unto thee, Friend, go up higher: then shalt thou have worship in the presence of them that sit at meat with thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:12
1 Samuel 9:22 describes Saul as being honored above others, yet Matthew 23:12 teaches that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, contrasting the emphasis on humility over being honored.
Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.