Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses emphasize salvation by grace through faith, rather than the emphasis on the 'gift of grace' given for ministry in Ephesians 3:7.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Romans 11:6
This verse underscores that grace is separate from works, which could be seen as contradicting the implication of working through grace in Ephesians 3:7.
Romans 11:6: And if by grace, then [is it] no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if [it be] of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Stresses justification by faith, not through works, contrasting with the idea of Paul's ministry being a gift of grace implying effort in Ephesians 3:7.
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 James 2:24
Emphasizes justification by works and not faith only, which can seem contradictory to the grace aspect in Ephesians 3:7.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.