Contradiction with Colossians 3:22
This verse is similar, not necessarily contradictory, as it instructs servants to obey their earthly masters with sincerity, aligning with Ephesians 6:6.
Colossians 3:22: Servants, obey in all things [your] masters according to the flesh; not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but in singleness of heart, fearing God:
Contradiction with Galatians 1:10
This verse contradicts by emphasizing serving Christ over pleasing men, whereas Ephesians 6:6 discusses pleasing God rather than men, which might imply a sense of seeking to please both in different ways.
Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:1
This verse can be seen as contradicting Ephesians 6:6 by highlighting the risk of performing deeds to be noticed by others, while Ephesians 6:6 stresses performing duties from the heart.
Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]
Contradiction with Acts 5:29
Here, Peter prioritizes obedience to God over men, potentially conflicting with Ephesians 6:6's notion of service when focused on the latter part of the verse regarding not pleasing men.
Acts 5:29: Then Peter and the [other] apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.
Paradox #1
Ephesians 6:6 could have a contradiction if one considers the idea of serving human masters versus prioritizing personal autonomy and self-expression. The verse suggests serving sincerely as if serving God, which might conflict with modern values of individuality and personal freedom, raising questions about obedience to authority versus self-determination.