Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 12:14-21
Contradicts Ephesians 4:16 by focusing on the diversity and independent roles within the body of Christ, whereas Ephesians 4:16 emphasizes unity and interdependence.
1 Corinthians 12:14-21: For the body is not one member, but many.
Contradiction with Matthew 25:29
While Ephesians 4:16 discusses the growth of the body as each part contributes, this verse suggests an individualistic approach to acquiring more from what one already has.
Matthew 25:29: For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.
Contradiction with Luke 11:17
"Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation" suggests division leads to failure, in contrast to Ephesians 4:16 which emphasizes unified growth.
Luke 11:17: But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house [divided] against a house falleth.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:11-13
This passage depicts division and hypocrisy among believers, contrasting with the unity and cooperation described in Ephesians 4:16.
Galatians 2:11-13: But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.
Contradiction with James 3:8-10
Illustrates the destructive power of the tongue causing division, as opposed to the harmonious building up of the body in Ephesians 4:16.
James 3:8-10: But the tongue can no man tame; [it is] an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:10
Paul urges all to agree and have no divisions, contrasting the individuality of gifts and roles in Ephesians 4:16.
1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:14
Encourages addressing individuals' needs separately—different from Ephesians 4:16’s focus on collective growth and synergy.
1 Thessalonians 5:14: Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all [men]. [exhort: or, beseech] [unruly: or, disorderly]
Contradiction with Philippians 2:3
Advises in humility to value others above oneself, potentially contradicting the equality of the parts working together described in Ephesians 4:16.
Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
Contradiction with Romans 14:13
Talks about not putting a stumbling block in another’s way, which could imply individual accountability rather than collective unity as in Ephesians 4:16.
Romans 14:13: Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a stumblingblock or an occasion to fall in [his] brother's way.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:25
"Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand" emphasizes consequences of division, contrasting Ephesians 4:16's integration and mutual support.
Matthew 12:25: And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand: