Contradiction with Proverbs 3:25-26
These verses advise against being afraid or anxious because the Lord provides confidence and safety, contrasting with the empathy and concern Paul expresses for others' weaknesses and stumbling, which implies a shared burden and anxiety.
Proverbs 3:25-26: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:6
This verse instructs not to be anxious about anything and to present requests to God through prayer, which could contrast Paul's anxious concern for the others mentioned in 2 Corinthians 11:29.
Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
This verse tells not to worry about tomorrow, opposing Paul’s expression of daily concern for the churches, as seen in his empathetic positioning with those who are weak and offended.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7
Encourages believers to cast all anxiety on God, since He cares, which might be seen as a contrast to Paul’s expressed ongoing worry and empathy for others' weakness and challenges.
1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.