Contradiction with Proverbs 10:4
This verse emphasizes the negative consequences of slackness in work, while Luke 16:1 seems to narrate a story involving a steward who is initially accused of wasting goods, highlighting a potentially deceitful or irresponsible act rather than diligence.
Proverbs 10:4: He becometh poor that dealeth [with] a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
Contradiction with Proverbs 13:11
This verse promotes the concept of wealth gathered gradually through honest work, contrasting with the steward’s actions in Luke 16:1, where he manages his master's wealth in questionable ways.
Proverbs 13:11: Wealth [gotten] by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase. [by labour: Heb. with the hand]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
These verses advise storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth, which contrasts with the steward's earthly concerns and attempts to secure his financial future in Luke 16:1.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Colossians 3:23-24
These verses advise working heartily as to the Lord and not for human masters, highlighting a devotion and integrity in work that the steward may lack in Luke 16:1.
Colossians 3:23-24: And whatsoever ye do, do [it] heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 8:21
This verse highlights the need for honesty and integrity not only before the Lord but also before men, contrasting with the steward’s potentially deceitful behavior in Luke 16:1.
2 Corinthians 8:21: Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:28
This verse admonishes theft and encourages honest labor, which contrasts with any sense of dishonesty or mismanagement implied in the conduct of the steward in Luke 16:1.
Ephesians 4:28: Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with [his] hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth. [to give: or, to distribute]