Contradiction with Ezekiel 34:2
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by emphasizing the responsibility of shepherds to care for their flock, criticizing those who neglect such duties.
Ezekiel 34:2: Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD unto the shepherds; Woe [be] to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks?
Contradiction with Philippians 2:4
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by urging individuals to look out for the interests of others, contrasting the hireling's lack of care for the sheep.
Philippians 2:4: Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:2
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by instructing leaders to tend to their flock willingly, not out of compulsion or for dishonest gain, unlike the hireling.
1 Peter 5:2: Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight [thereof], not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; [which...: or, as much as in you is]
Contradiction with Matthew 20:28
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by presenting the model of service portrayed by Jesus, who came to minister and care for others, unlike the hireling who flees.
Matthew 20:28: Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:11
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by depicting God's role as a caring shepherd who gathers and gently leads his sheep, unlike the hireling.
Isaiah 40:11: He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry [them] in his bosom, [and] shall gently lead those that are with young. [that...: or, that give suck]
Contradiction with John 13:34
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by commanding to love one another as Jesus loved, contrasting the hireling's lack of love and care for the sheep.
John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
Contradiction with James 2:15-16
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by highlighting the importance of providing for others in need, unlike the hireling who shows no concern for the sheep.
James 2:15-16: If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food,
Contradiction with Galatians 6:2
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by emphasizing the importance of bearing one another's burdens, which contrasts with the hireling's neglect.
Galatians 6:2: Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
Contradiction with Proverbs 27:23
This verse contradicts John 10:13 by urging individuals to know the state of their flocks and attend to them carefully, contrary to the hireling's behavior.
Proverbs 27:23: Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, [and] look well to thy herds. [look...: Heb. set thy heart]