Contradiction with Matthew 23:9
Ephesians 3:15 refers to the concept of God as a father, implying a heavenly family named after Him, whereas Matthew 23:9 states, "And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven," suggesting a more exclusive recognition of God as Father.
Matthew 23:9: And call no [man] your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:1
Ephesians 3:15 speaks of every family deriving its name from God, presenting a universal family under God, whereas 1 Timothy 5:1 instructs, "Rebuke not an elder, but intreat him as a father; and the younger men as brethren," indicating familial relationships based on respect and social order rather than divine naming.
1 Timothy 5:1: Rebuke not an elder, but intreat [him] as a father; [and] the younger men as brethren;
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Ephesians 3:15 alludes to the familial structure endowed by God, while Galatians 3:28 states, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus," emphasizing equality and unity in Christ beyond familial distinctions.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.