Contradiction with Matthew 10:33
Contradicts the act of openly declaring oneself for the Lord by speaking of denying Christ before others.
Matthew 10:33: But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:30
Contradicts the unity and belongingness in acknowledging the Lord, stating that anyone not with Christ is against Him.
Matthew 12:30: He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.
Contradiction with Luke 9:50
Contradicts the exclusivity in proclaiming allegiance, suggesting that not being against is as good as being for.
Luke 9:50: And Jesus said unto him, Forbid [him] not: for he that is not against us is for us.
Contradiction with John 12:43
Contradicts being open about one’s allegiance by highlighting preference for human praise over God's glory.
John 12:43: For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 6:14
Contradicts the collective assembly with those that claim the Lord, cautioning against fellowship with unbelievers.
2 Corinthians 6:14: Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?