Contradiction with Romans 3:20
It states that no one will be justified by the works of the law, which contrasts with the idea of prospering through good work in 2 Chronicles 31:21.
Romans 3:20: Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law [is] the knowledge of sin.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Emphasizes faith in Jesus Christ rather than works, contradicting the connection between deeds and prosperity.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
Salvation is described as a gift from God, not a result of works, opposing the idea of prosperity through actions.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Isaiah 64:6
Describes righteous acts as filthy rags, suggesting that good works do not lead to divine favor.
Isaiah 64:6: But we are all as an unclean [thing], and all our righteousnesses [are] as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.
Contradiction with Romans 9:16
Indicates that God's mercy, not human will or effort, determines outcomes, conflicting with prosperity through work.
Romans 9:16: So then [it is] not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.