Contradiction with Mark 6:8-9
Acts 28:7 describes hospitality and provision, while Mark 6:8-9 instructs disciples to take nothing for their journey, highlighting reliance on minimal resources.
Mark 6:8-9: And commanded them that they should take nothing for [their] journey, save a staff only; no scrip, no bread, no money in [their] purse: [money: the word signifieth a piece of brass money, in value somewhat less than a farthing, but here it is taken in general for money]
Contradiction with Matthew 10:14
Acts 28:7 shows hospitality received, whereas Matthew 10:14 advises shaking off the dust from feet if not received, depicting a lack of hospitality.
Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.
Contradiction with Luke 10:10-11
Acts 28:7 illustrates receiving kindness, while Luke 10:10-11 discusses the rejection by a town, leading to a symbolic gesture against them.
Luke 10:10-11: But into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you not, go your ways out into the streets of the same, and say,
Contradiction with Matthew 19:21
Acts 28:7 mentions possessions and hospitality, while Matthew 19:21 advises selling possessions for spiritual gains, which contrasts with owning lands like Publius.
Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.