Contradiction with Matthew 19:21
This verse suggests giving up all possessions to follow Jesus, contrasting Mark 4:8's implication of material abundance as a blessing.
Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
This verse advises against coveting wealth, while Mark 4:8 promotes a bountiful yield, indicating prosperity.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Luke 12:15
Here, life is not measured by possessions, which contradicts Mark 4:8's suggestion of measurable material success.
Luke 12:15: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
Advises storing treasures in heaven, not on earth, contrasting with the earthly abundance described in Mark 4:8.
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 1 Timothy 6:10
Warns that the love of money is the root of all evil, conflicting with Mark 4:8's message of material growth as positive.
1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]