Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
3 John 1:9 discusses refusing hospitality, while Matthew 5:44 advocates for loving and praying for adversaries, suggesting more inclusive behavior.
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 12:10
3 John 1:9 speaks of not receiving certain brethren, while Romans 12:10 encourages kindly affection and honoring each other as brethren, promoting unity rather than rejection.
Romans 12:10: [Be] kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; [with...: or, in the love of the brethren]
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:2
3 John 1:9 involves not welcoming certain individuals, whereas Hebrews 13:2 encourages showing hospitality to strangers, implying a universal approach to welcoming others.
Hebrews 13:2: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:3
3 John 1:9 deals with a person's desire for preeminence and control, while Philippians 2:3 advises against selfish ambition and promotes humility, which counters the behavior described in 3 John 1:9.
Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.