Contradiction with James 2:17
This verse suggests that faith without works is dead, which contradicts Acts 14:9 where merely having faith was sufficient for a miraculous healing.
James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]
Contradiction with Matthew 13:58
This verse suggests that Jesus did not perform many miracles due to others' unbelief, whereas Acts 14:9 portrays belief leading directly to healing.
Matthew 13:58: And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.
Contradiction with Matthew 17:20
This verse emphasizes the need for faith even as small as a mustard seed to perform miracles, suggesting a more intensive faith requirement compared to Acts 14:9.
Matthew 17:20: And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
Contradiction with John 20:29
This verse points to the value of believing without seeing, while Acts 14:9 involves a visible demonstration of belief through a miraculous act.
John 20:29: Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed [are] they that have not seen, and [yet] have believed.
Contradiction with Mark 6:5-6
This passage suggests that Jesus could not perform many miracles in his hometown due to their unbelief, contrasting with Acts 14:9 where belief leads to direct healing.
Mark 6:5-6: And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed [them].