Contradiction with Acts 2:38
This verse emphasizes repentance and baptism for the forgiveness of sins, contrasting with Colossians 2:12's focus on faith in God's work rather than the act of baptism itself.
Acts 2:38: Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.
Contradiction with Luke 23:43
Jesus promises the thief on the cross entry to paradise without baptism, suggesting a contrast to the necessity implied in Colossians 2:12.
Luke 23:43: And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.
Contradiction with John 3:5
This verse highlights being born of water and the Spirit as necessary for entering God's kingdom, implying a different requirement than faith alone.
John 3:5: Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and [of] the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:17
Paul states Christ sent him not to baptize, suggesting a less critical role for baptism in salvation compared to Colossians 2:12.
1 Corinthians 1:17: For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. [words: or, speech]
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
This passage claims that salvation is by grace through faith alone, not works, seemingly contrasting with the idea of baptismal requirement present in Colossians 2:12.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God: