Contradiction with Mark 11:23
This verse discusses having faith without doubt, which contrasts with the humility and continual tears and trials faced by Paul described in Acts 20:19.
Mark 11:23: For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Acts 20:19 speaks of serving with humility, whereas Proverbs advises trusting in the Lord with all your heart, which can be seen as contrasting self-reliance versus divine trust.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:1
While Galatians speaks about standing firm in freedom and not being burdened again by a yoke of slavery, Acts 20:19 emphasizes a servitude through humility and trials.
Galatians 5:1: Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
This verse talks about the spirit of power, love, and a sound mind God gives us, unlike the humble and tearful serving mentioned in Acts 20:19.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:4
Philippians advises rejoicing always, which might seem at odds with Paul’s tears and trials in service as mentioned in Acts 20:19.
Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.