Contradiction with Galatians 1:12
Acts 19:1 mentions Paul finding disciples and implies community, while Galatians 1:12 emphasizes Paul's solitary revelation from Jesus.
Galatians 1:12: For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught [it], but by the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:4
Acts 19:1 suggests Paul's direct role in preaching, whereas 1 Corinthians 2:4 emphasizes the Spirit's power over human eloquence.
1 Corinthians 2:4: And my speech and my preaching [was] not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: [enticing: or, persuasible]
Contradiction with John 4:2
Acts 19:1 implies Paul's initiative in baptizing, while John 4:2 states Jesus didn’t baptize directly, highlighting a different practice.
John 4:2: (Though Jesus himself baptized not, but his disciples,)
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:12
Acts 19:1 aligns with Paul's leadership, yet 1 Timothy 2:12 restricts women from teaching, showing a contrast in focus on teaching roles.
1 Timothy 2:12: But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:17
Acts 19:1 suggests Paul's mission of outreach, but 1 Corinthians 1:17 clarifies that Paul's focus wasn't on baptism, indicating a variance in activity emphasis.
1 Corinthians 1:17: For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. [words: or, speech]