Contradiction with Acts 1:8
Acts 18:22 mentions Paul returning to Antioch after his journey, whereas Acts 1:8 emphasizes the disciples would be witnesses in far-reaching areas, suggesting continuous spread instead of returning to a previous place.
Acts 1:8: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. [power...: or, the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you]
Contradiction with Matthew 28:19
Acts 18:22 involves Paul returning to Antioch, while Matthew 28:19 calls for making disciples of all nations, implying a more outward and constant movement rather than returning.
Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
Contradiction with Mark 16:15
Acts 18:22 describes a return to Antioch, whereas Mark 16:15 commands going into all the world, potentially suggesting ongoing outreach rather than returning to a base.
Mark 16:15: And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
Contradiction with Luke 9:60
In Acts 18:22 Paul returns to a known location, but Luke 9:60 implies urgency in spreading the word continuously without looking back or returning.
Luke 9:60: Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 6:8
Acts 18:22 speaks of a return journey by Paul, while Isaiah 6:8 offers a depiction of constant readiness to move forward rather than return.
Isaiah 6:8: Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here [am] I; send me. [Here...: Heb. behold me]