Contradiction with Luke 22:34
This verse shows Peter denying Jesus, suggesting a lack of determination, which contrasts with the diligence shown in seeking Paul out.
Luke 22:34: And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:14
This verse criticizes those who boast of false gifts, which contrasts with the sincere action described in seeking Paul diligently.
Proverbs 25:14: Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift [is like] clouds and wind without rain. [of a...: Heb. in a gift of falsehood]
Contradiction with Matthew 26:56
This verse shows all the disciples forsaking Jesus and fleeing, highlighting actions contrary to the dedication shown in 2 Timothy 1:17.
Matthew 26:56: And they that had laid hold on Jesus led [him] away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled.
Contradiction with John 6:66
This verse shows many disciples turning away from Jesus, in contrast to the dedication of searching diligently.
John 6:66: From that [time] many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:21
This verse describes people seeking their own interests, contradicting the selfless seeking of Paul shown by Onesiphorus.
Philippians 2:21: For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:23
This verse praises labor, which might contradict 2 Timothy 1:17 if interpreted as discouraging extensive effort without visible results.
Proverbs 14:23: In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips [tendeth] only to penury.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:40
The disciples' inability to keep watch contrasts with the vigilance and effort demonstrated by Onesiphorus.
Matthew 26:40: Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed [is] willing, but the flesh [is] weak.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 4:10
Demas deserted Paul, contrasting with diligence in seeking and finding Paul.
2 Timothy 4:10: For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.