Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31
While Nehemiah 2:1 is about Nehemiah's action and decision, Isaiah 40:31 emphasizes waiting upon the Lord, highlighting a contrast between immediate action and patient waiting.
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
Nehemiah 2:1 involves planning for the future. Matthew 6:34 advises not to worry about tomorrow, suggesting a different approach to dealing with future concerns.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
Contradiction with Proverbs 27:1
Nehemiah 2:1 sets a specific time ("the month Nisan") for Nehemiah's actions, whereas Proverbs 27:1 advises against boasting about tomorrow since we do not know what it will bring, contrasting certainty with uncertainty.
Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]
Contradiction with James 4:13-15
Nehemiah 2:1 reflects strategic planning, while James 4:13-15 warns against assuming what will happen tomorrow, promoting humility in future plans.
James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: