Contradiction with Matthew 5:14-16
Acts 8:4 states that the believers "went everywhere preaching the word," while Matthew 5:14-16 emphasizes letting one's light shine at home and in their own community rather than travelling elsewhere.
Matthew 5:14-16: Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
Contradiction with Mark 9:38
Acts 8:4 encourages spreading the gospel widely, whereas in Mark 9:38, John expresses concern about others casting out demons in Jesus’ name without following them, showing a more exclusive approach.
Mark 9:38: And John answered him, saying, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name, and he followeth not us: and we forbad him, because he followeth not us.
Contradiction with Acts 1:4
Acts 8:4 describes the disciples spreading the word widely, but Acts 1:4 mentions Jesus instructing them to stay in Jerusalem until they receive the Holy Spirit.
Acts 1:4: And, being assembled together with [them], commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, [saith he], ye have heard of me. [being...: or, eating together]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:34-35
Acts 8:4 shows believers preaching, but 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 advises women to remain silent in churches and ask their questions at home.
1 Corinthians 14:34-35: Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded] to be under obedience, as also saith the law.