Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse emphasizes that faith alone is not sufficient and that works are also essential, whereas Ephesians 1:1 focuses solely on faith in the saints' description.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Galatians discusses justification by faith and not by works, which complements Ephesians 1:1, but creates tension with the broader concept of faith and works.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:2
This verse addresses all those who call upon the name of Jesus, while Ephesians 1:1 specifically addresses the saints in Ephesus, suggesting a broader versus specific audience.
1 Corinthians 1:2: Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called [to be] saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours:
Contradiction with Romans 2:6-7
Romans speaks of judgment based on deeds, contrasting with the focus on saints by faith in Ephesians 1:1.
Romans 2:6-7: Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
Contradiction with Romans 9:13
Discusses God's love and hate, contrasting with the idea of being favored as saints in Ephesians 1:1.
Romans 9:13: As it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated.
Contradiction with John 3:18
Mentions condemnation for unbelief, which indirectly contrasts with the implicit assurance of being saints through faith in Ephesians 1:1.
John 3:18: He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:3
Encourages commitment to the Lord through works to establish thoughts, which contrasts with the faith-based address in Ephesians 1:1.
Proverbs 16:3: Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. [Commit: Heb. Roll]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
Emphasizes doing the will of the Father for entry into heaven, contradicting the faith-centric address of Ephesians 1:1.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:17-19
Stresses good works for the rich, highlighting works alongside faith as contradictory to the singular faith focus in Ephesians 1:1.
1 Timothy 6:17-19: Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; [uncertain...: Gr. uncertainty of riches]
Contradiction with Philippians 2:12
Encourages working out salvation, which contrasts with the faith-oriented address found in Ephesians 1:1.
Philippians 2:12: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.