Contradiction with Genesis 50:20
While Acts 8:1 discusses the scattering of the church due to persecution, Genesis 50:20 speaks about evil intentions being used by God for good, which implies a positive outlook on events that may seem negative.
Genesis 50:20: But as for you, ye thought evil against me; [but] God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as [it is] this day, to save much people alive.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Acts 8:1 describes persecution, yet Matthew 5:44 instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, presenting a contrasting approach to dealing with persecution.
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 John 15:18
John 15:18 states that the world will hate the followers of Christ as it hated Him first, while Acts 8:1 focuses on the persecution specifically led by Saul, without highlighting this broader spiritual hostility.
John 15:18: If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before [it hated] you.
Contradiction with Romans 12:14
Acts 8:1 mentions the church being scattered because of persecution, whereas Romans 12:14 instructs believers to bless those who persecute them, providing a different perspective on how to respond.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:14
Acts 8:1 describes the scattering in response to persecution, but 1 Peter 3:14 suggests that if you suffer for righteousness, you are blessed, offering a different interpretation of suffering.
1 Peter 3:14: But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy [are ye]: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;