Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Jesus teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, while Acts 4:1 describes apostles being opposed by authorities, which could imply conflict.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
Paul instructs to submit to governing authorities, but Acts 4:1 shows religious leaders opposing the apostles, indicating a challenge to authority.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Titus 3:1
Advises obedience to rulers, contrasting with the conflict described in Acts 4:1 between apostles and authorities.
Titus 3:1: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,