Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Nehemiah 10:25 lists those who agree to the covenant, contrasting with Matthew 5:44's call to love and pray for enemies instead of forming exclusive agreements.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18
Nehemiah 10:25 emphasizes agreement among a select group, while Leviticus 19:18 promotes love for neighbors, extending beyond any particular group.
Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35
Nehemiah 10:25 highlights a specific commitment by a group, contrasting with Acts 10:34-35's message that God shows no partiality and accepts people from every nation.
Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Nehemiah 10:25 specifies a distinct group committing to a covenant, while Galatians 3:28 states that all are one in Christ Jesus, eliminating distinct group boundaries.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with James 2:1
Nehemiah 10:25 involves a commitment by certain individuals, while James 2:1 urges believers to avoid showing favoritism, suggesting equality in faith.
James 2:1: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Nehemiah 10:25 highlights agreement among certain parties, whereas Romans 12:18 encourages living peaceably with all, beyond just those in agreement.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.