Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Trust in one's understanding rather than seeking divine guidance contradicts seeking God's choice in Acts 1:24.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:7
Suggests not using vain repetitions, contradicting the specific earnest prayer for guidance in Acts 1:24.
Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 18:26
The prophets of Baal called on their god without answer, contrasting the prayer for divine choice in Acts 1:24.
1 Kings 18:26: And they took the bullock which was given them, and they dressed [it], and called on the name of Baal from morning even until noon, saying, O Baal, hear us. But [there was] no voice, nor any that answered. And they leaped upon the altar which was made. [hear: or, answer] [answered: or, heard] [leaped...: or, leaped up and down at the altar]
Contradiction with James 1:6
Doubting when asking for guidance is cautioned against, which contrasts the confident appeal in Acts 1:24.
James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
Contradiction with Isaiah 59:2
States that sin separates one from God, potentially contradicting the expectation of God's direct response in Acts 1:24.
Isaiah 59:2: But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid [his] face from you, that he will not hear. [have hid: or, have made him hide]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
Not everyone who calls on God will be answered, which contrasts with the clear expectation in Acts 1:24.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.