Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
This verse advises against worrying about the future, suggesting we should not be overly concerned with 'redeeming the time' as Ephesians 5:16 implies.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
Contradiction with James 4:13-14
These verses question the certainty of making future plans, contrasting with the proactive stance of making the most of time.
James 4:13-14: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1
Asserts that there is a time for everything, which may imply a more passive acceptance of time rather than actively redeeming it.
Ecclesiastes 3:1: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
Contradiction with Luke 10:41-42
Jesus suggests that only one thing is necessary, which could contradict the idea of actively managing all your time wisely as per Ephesians 5:16.
Luke 10:41-42: And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things:
Contradiction with Psalm 46:10
Encourages being still, which may contrast with the active nature of redeeming the time.
Psalm 46:10: Be still, and know that I [am] God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.