Contradiction with Matthew 12:30
This verse states "He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad," emphasizing a more explicit division, unlike the division of the multitude in Acts 14:4.
Matthew 12:30: He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:10
Paul urges believers to have no divisions among them, yet in Acts 14:4, the division is evident.
1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]
Contradiction with John 17:21
Jesus prays for all believers to be one, contrasting the division among the multitude mentioned in Acts 14:4.
John 17:21: That they all may be one; as thou, Father, [art] in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:3
Calls for unity and peace, which contrasts with the split of opinions and division demonstrated in Acts 14:4.
Ephesians 4:3: Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Contradiction with Titus 3:10
Advises rejecting a divisive person after warning them twice, contrasting the divided reaction to the apostles in Acts 14:4.
Titus 3:10: A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject;