Contradiction with Proverbs 13:4
Proverbs 13:4 emphasizes diligence and effort in achieving results, whereas Luke 8:8 highlights growth that occurs passively.
Proverbs 13:4: The soul of the sluggard desireth, and [hath] nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Contradiction with James 2:14
James 2:14 emphasizes action accompanying faith, while Luke 8:8 implies hearing is sufficient for growth.
James 2:14: What [doth it] profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10
2 Thessalonians 3:10 stresses the necessity of work for sustenance, contrasting with the effortless growth described in Luke 8:8.
2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:15
Proverbs 19:15 warns against laziness leading to lack, contrasting with the abundant growth in Luke 8:8 without apparent labor.
Proverbs 19:15: Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger.