Contradiction with Matthew 7:7
This verse encourages asking and seeking, whereas Acts 4:7 involves questioning authority with suspicion.
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:4
Emphasizes the power of the Spirit rather than human authority, contrary to the inquiry into authority in Acts 4:7.
1 Corinthians 2:4: And my speech and my preaching [was] not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: [enticing: or, persuasible]
Contradiction with John 10:25
Highlights belief in the works themselves, not questioning by what authority as in Acts 4:7.
John 10:25: Jesus answered them, I told you, and ye believed not: the works that I do in my Father's name, they bear witness of me.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:18
States that all authority is given to Jesus, conflicting with the inquiry about authority in Acts 4:7.
Matthew 28:18: And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
Establishes that all authority comes from God, implying questioning authority, as in Acts 4:7, is unnecessary.
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]