Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
These verses advise against accumulating wealth on earth, focusing instead on heavenly treasures, which can be seen as contradicting the encouragement in 1 Timothy 6:18 to do good works with one's wealth.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with James 2:5
This verse suggests that God has chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith, which contrasts with 1 Timothy 6:18's implication that those with wealth should be generous and willing to share.
James 2:5: Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? [of the: or, of that]
Contradiction with Luke 18:22-25
Jesus tells the rich man to sell all he has and give to the poor for treasure in heaven, which contrasts with 1 Timothy 6:18's implication of using riches for good rather than relinquishing them.
Luke 18:22-25: Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:21
Similar to Luke 18:22, advises selling possessions and giving to the poor for treasure in heaven, potentially contradicting the idea of being rich and doing good with existing wealth in 1 Timothy 6:18.
Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.
Contradiction with Mark 10:21
Jesus instructs selling all possessions to help the poor, which contrasts with managing wealth to do good as suggested in 1 Timothy 6:18.
Mark 10:21: Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.