Contradiction with John 3:16
Acts 25:19 discusses questions of Jewish law and disputes about Jesus as a divisive figure, whereas John 3:16 presents Jesus as a universally accepted savior, emphasizing belief rather than controversy.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
Acts 25:19 points to confusion and dispute about Jesus’ resurrection, while 1 Corinthians 14:33 states that God is not the author of confusion, suggesting religious matters should be clear.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with Matthew 16:16
In Acts 25:19, there is uncertainty about Jesus’ identity, whereas Matthew 16:16 clearly identifies Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the living God.
Matthew 16:16: And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.
Contradiction with Romans 5:10
Acts 25:19 indicates a contentious view of Jesus’ resurrection, in contrast to Romans 5:10, which speaks assuredly of reconciliation through Jesus’ life.
Romans 5:10: For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life.
Contradiction with 1 John 5:1
Acts 25:19 involves debate over Jesus’ role, while 1 John 5:1 asserts that belief in Jesus as the Christ is a given for being born of God.
1 John 5:1: Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him. [is born: Gr. has been born]