Contradiction with Matthew 6:5
This verse contradicts Ephesians 3:14 as it warns against praying with outward displays, while Ephesians 3:14 describes Paul bowing in a prayerful act.
Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:9
This verse instructs not to call any man "father" on earth, whereas Ephesians 3:14 refers to God as the Father of Jesus Christ, implying a familial relationship.
Matthew 23:9: And call no [man] your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:39
This verse depicts Jesus praying while expressing despair, contrasting with Ephesians 3:14 where Paul bows in confident submission to the Father.
Matthew 26:39: And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour?
Contradiction with Acts 10:26
This verse demonstrates Peter's refusal to receive reverence as one would before God, differing from the bowing posture in Ephesians 3:14 that represents submission and reverence.
Acts 10:26: But Peter took him up, saying, Stand up; I myself also am a man.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:18
This verse warns against self-imposed worship and humility based on human tradition, which contrasts with the sincere devotion expressed in Ephesians 3:14.
Colossians 2:18: Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, [beguile...: or, judge against you] [in a...: Gr. being a voluntary in humility]
Contradiction with James 2:19
This verse points out that belief in one God is shared even by demons, while Ephesians 3:14 suggests an active devotion through bowing in prayer rather than mere belief.
James 2:19: Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.