Contradiction with Exodus 34:14
This verse commands exclusive worship of God, potentially contradicting any instance where devotions might seem directed elsewhere, such as expressing respect to humans.
Exodus 34:14: For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name [is] Jealous, [is] a jealous God:
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
Emphasizes that obedience to God is more important than ritualistic worship, possibly conflicting with worship done in a ritualized form without obedience.
1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.
Contradiction with Isaiah 29:13
Criticizes those whose worship is merely lip service rather than heartfelt, a concept that might be seen as contradicting if one assumes acts of worship were insincere.
Isaiah 29:13: Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near [me] with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:
Contradiction with Matthew 6:7-8
Advises against repetitive or ritualistic prayers, contrasting with any verse where religious expressions seem formulaic or reflexive.
Matthew 6:7-8: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.
Contradiction with John 4:24
Calls for worship in spirit and truth, potentially contradicting any scripture where worship appears strictly external or not genuine.
John 4:24: God [is] a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship [him] in spirit and in truth.
Contradiction with Romans 12:1
Urges believers to offer their lives as worship, which could be seen as conflicting with individual moments of worship rather than a lifestyle of devotion.
Romans 12:1: I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, [which is] your reasonable service.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:18
Warns against being distracted by false humility or angel worship, which could contrast any worship not directed solely to God.
Colossians 2:18: Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, [beguile...: or, judge against you] [in a...: Gr. being a voluntary in humility]