Contradiction with James 1:5
This verse emphasizes asking God for wisdom freely and without fear, contrasting Acts 23:19 which involves secrecy and caution.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:28
Encourages not to fear those who kill the body but can't kill the soul, contrasting the caution in Acts 23:19.
Matthew 10:28: And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Stresses God's focus on the heart rather than outer actions, contrasting the secretive human actions in Acts 23:19.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Advises trusting in the Lord wholeheartedly, differing from the human fear and caution in Acts 23:19.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
States God has given us a spirit of power, not fear, contrasting with the careful secrecy present in Acts 23:19.
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.