Contradiction with Luke 12:22-24
These verses encourage not to worry about provisions, suggesting a reliance on divine provision, in contrast to 2 Thessalonians 3:7's emphasis on working for what one eats.
Luke 12:22-24: And he said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:25-26
These verses advise against worrying about food and drink, encouraging faith in God's provision, contrasting with the notion of self-sufficiency through work in 2 Thessalonians 3:7.
Matthew 6:25-26: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?
Contradiction with Acts 4:34-35
Early Christians shared everything in common, which contrasts with the idea of self-reliance and labor in 2 Thessalonians 3:7.
Acts 4:34-35: Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold,
Contradiction with Matthew 10:9-10
Jesus instructs his disciples to not take provisions for their journey, encouraging dependence on hospitality rather than self-sustenance through labor.
Matthew 10:9-10: Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses, [Provide: or, Get]
Contradiction with Luke 10:7-8
Jesus tells his disciples to accept hospitality and eat what is offered, differing from the self-dependent approach highlighted in 2 Thessalonians 3:7.
Luke 10:7-8: And in the same house remain, eating and drinking such things as they give: for the labourer is worthy of his hire. Go not from house to house.