Contradiction with Romans 13:1
This verse states that every soul should be subject to governing authorities, which could contradict Acts 4:19, where Peter and John prioritize God's authority over human 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 Ephesians 6:5
This verse instructs servants to obey their earthly masters, which presents a contradiction to Acts 4:19's emphasis on obeying God rather than human authorities.
Ephesians 6:5: Servants, be obedient to them that are [your] masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Christ;
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13
This verse advises submission to every human institution, in contrast to Acts 4:19's message of obeying God over men.
1 Peter 2:13: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with Titus 3:1
This verse encourages being obedient to rulers and authorities, potentially contradicting Acts 4:19's focus on divine over human obedience.
Titus 3:1: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
Paradox #1
Acts 4:19 poses a potential conflict between obeying God and obeying human authorities. This might appear inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that emphasize the importance of submitting to governing authorities, such as Romans 13:1-2, which speaks about respecting and being subject to the laws and leaders set by human governments. The tension arises when following human authority conflicts with following God’s commands.