Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:27
This verse suggests God chooses the foolish to shame the wise, not necessarily the boldness depicted in Acts 4:8.
1 Corinthians 1:27: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;
Contradiction with Matthew 10:19-20
Implies that believers should not plan their defense, while Acts 4:8 describes a prepared response by Peter.
Matthew 10:19-20: But when they deliver you up, take no thought how or what ye shall speak: for it shall be given you in that same hour what ye shall speak.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 1:6
Demonstrates Jeremiah's initial hesitation, contrasting Peter's confident proclamation in Acts 4:8.
Jeremiah 1:6: Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I [am] a child.
Contradiction with Exodus 4:10-13
Illustrates Moses' reluctance and insecurity, differing from Peter's boldness in Acts 4:8.
Exodus 4:10-13: And Moses said unto the LORD, O my Lord, I [am] not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I [am] slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. [eloquent: Heb. a man of words] [heretofore: Heb. since yesterday, nor since the third day]
Contradiction with Isaiah 6:5
Isaiah initially feels unworthy and unclean, whereas Peter speaks with assurance in Acts 4:8.
Isaiah 6:5: Then said I, Woe [is] me! for I am undone; because I [am] a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts. [undone: Heb. cut off]