Contradiction with James 3:1
This verse suggests that not everyone should aspire to be a teacher, contradicting 2 Timothy 1:11 where Paul indicates he was appointed a teacher.
James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:17
Paul says he was not sent to baptize, but 2 Timothy 1:11 includes him being sent as a preacher, which typically includes baptism.
1 Corinthians 1:17: For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. [words: or, speech]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:7
This verse mirrors 2 Timothy 1:11, but the need to reiterate could imply previous contradictions or doubts about Paul's role.
1 Timothy 2:7: Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, [and] lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:1
Paul emphasizes he is an apostle not from men, but 2 Timothy 1:11 details a specific, human-appointed role as preacher and teacher.
Galatians 1:1: Paul, an apostle, (not of men, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father, who raised him from the dead;)
Contradiction with Acts 14:14
Lists Barnabas as an apostle alongside Paul, potentially contradicting the unique appointment role Paul claims in 2 Timothy 1:11 as separate from others.
Acts 14:14: [Which] when the apostles, Barnabas and Paul, heard [of], they rent their clothes, and ran in among the people, crying out,