Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse emphasizes that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, contradicting the emphasis on holding to Jesus' teachings as the sole measure of being His disciple.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Romans 3:28
This verse states that a person is justified by faith without the deeds of the law, contradicting the implication of adhering to teachings as a requirement.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
This verse asserts that a person is not justified by the works of the law but by faith in Jesus Christ, which contrasts with the emphasis on remaining in His word.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
This verse highlights the necessity of doing the will of the Father, not merely professing allegiance, which contrasts with the focus on abiding in Jesus’ words alone.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses state that salvation is by grace through faith and not by works, contrasting with the notion of discipleship based on adherence to teachings.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Acts 15:11
This verse emphasizes salvation through the grace of the Lord Jesus, contrasting with an emphasis on continuing in His word alone.
Acts 15:11: But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they.