Contradiction with Matthew 5:16
This verse implies that our good works should shine before others, which can be seen as a focus on our own actions rather than solely serving Christ and others as mentioned in 2 Corinthians 4:5.
Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:11-12
These verses highlight the importance of being a servant to be considered the greatest, which might seem to contrast with the idea of preaching not oneself, but Christ Jesus the Lord, and ourselves as servants for Jesus' sake.
Matthew 23:11-12: But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.
Contradiction with John 5:44
This verse challenges the seeking of glory from others, which can be seen as a contradiction to not promoting oneself as stated in 2 Corinthians 4:5.
John 5:44: How can ye believe, which receive honour one of another, and seek not the honour that [cometh] from God only?
Contradiction with Philippians 2:21
This verse suggests that people naturally seek their own interests, which may contradict the notion of serving Jesus and others as highlighted in 2 Corinthians 4:5.
Philippians 2:21: For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:10
This verse discusses pleasing people versus serving Christ, and suggests that serving people aligns with pleasing them, potentially opposing the message of focusing solely on serving Christ in 2 Corinthians 4:5.
Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 9:19
This verse talks about becoming a servant to all to win more people, which could be seen as focusing on human effort and self-promotion, contrasting with the emphasis on Christ in 2 Corinthians 4:5.
1 Corinthians 9:19: For though I be free from all [men], yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more.