Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Acts 27:29 shows the sailors taking their own measures to prevent danger, whereas Proverbs 3:5 advises to trust in the Lord rather than one's own understanding.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:6
Acts 27:29 demonstrates anxiety and fear of impending danger, while Philippians 4:6 encourages believers to be anxious for nothing and to present their requests to God.
Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Contradiction with Psalm 37:5
Acts 27:29 involves the sailors relying on physical actions to ensure safety, which contrasts with Psalm 37:5’s urging to commit one's way to the Lord and trust in Him.
Psalm 37:5: Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring [it] to pass. [Commit...: Heb. Roll thy way upon]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:25
Acts 27:29 reflects concern for physical safety and security, whereas Matthew 6:25 advises not to worry about life or physical needs.
Matthew 6:25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
The fear and desperation shown in Acts 27:29 contradict the reassurance of Isaiah 41:10, which encourages believers not to fear because God is with them.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.