Contradiction with Galatians 1:12
In Colossians 1:7, it is emphasized that knowledge is learned from faithful ministers like Epaphras, while Galatians 1:12 highlights that Paul did not receive the gospel from man, but directly through revelation from Jesus Christ.
Galatians 1:12: For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught [it], but by the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Contradiction with John 16:13
Colossians 1:7 describes Epaphras teaching the Colossians, whereas John 16:13 suggests the Holy Spirit will guide into all truth, implying potentially no need for human intermediaries.
John 16:13: Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, [that] shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.
Contradiction with 1 John 2:27
Colossians 1:7 refers to Epaphras as a teacher, while 1 John 2:27 suggests believers have an anointing that teaches them, negating the need for human instruction.
1 John 2:27: But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him. [in him: or, in it]