Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
This verse advises turning the other cheek instead of enduring persecutions proudly, as suggested in 2 Thessalonians 1:4.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
It encourages loving and praying for persecutors, not just exhibiting patience and faith in persecutions.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:14
This verse advises blessing those who persecute, contrasting with the patient endurance of 2 Thessalonians 1:4.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:19-20
Encourages enduring grief with a clear conscience, which doesn't exactly align with boasting about patience in 2 Thessalonians 1:4.
1 Peter 2:19-20: For this [is] thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully. [thankworthy: or, thank]
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:32-34
This passage speaks to joyfully accepting struggles, which reflects a more positive reaction than patience and faith amidst persecution.
Hebrews 10:32-34: But call to remembrance the former days, in which, after ye were illuminated, ye endured a great fight of afflictions;