Contradiction with Matthew 10:34
This verse speaks of bringing a sword rather than peace, contradicting the joy and unity implied in 3 John 1:4.
Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.
Contradiction with Luke 12:51
This verse suggests division rather than unity and alignment with truth, which disagrees with the sentiment of joy in truth from 3 John 1:4.
Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
Contradiction with Luke 14:26
Emphasizes the cost of discipleship, which may involve conflict or division within relationships, unlike the harmony associated with walking in truth in 3 John 1:4.
Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
Highlights the possibility of seeming obedience without genuine alignment with God's will, contrasting with the genuine truthfulness in 3 John 1:4.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:6-7
Indicates the presence of different gospels and confusion, opposing the singular joy of walking in truth from 3 John 1:4.
Galatians 1:6-7: I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:4
Warns against trusting even close friends or family, suggesting a lack of truthful walking, contrary to 3 John 1:4's celebration of truth.
Jeremiah 9:4: Take ye heed every one of his neighbour, and trust ye not in any brother: for every brother will utterly supplant, and every neighbour will walk with slanders. [neighbour: or, friend]