Contradiction with Matthew 18:20
Nehemiah 3:22 emphasizes specific individual contributions to rebuilding the wall, whereas Matthew 18:20 highlights the gathering of two or three in Christ's name, focusing on collective spiritual presence rather than individual actions.
Matthew 18:20: For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:26-29
Nehemiah 3:22 details the work of priests, suggesting the importance of their social status, whereas 1 Corinthians 1:26-29 notes that God chooses the lowly and despised, contradicting the exaltation of high status individuals like priests.
1 Corinthians 1:26-29: For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, [are called]:
Contradiction with James 2:24
Nehemiah 3:22 shows the honored deeds of individuals in rebuilding the wall, whereas James 2:24 emphasizes justification by works and faith, implying individual deeds alone are not sufficient.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Nehemiah 3:22 lists roles and divisions by group or status (priests, in this instance), which contrasts with Galatians 3:28's message of unity and equality in Christ, ignoring social distinctions.
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 John 4:21-24
Nehemiah 3:22 emphasizes physical reconstruction tied to a specific location (Jerusalem wall), while John 4:21-24 promotes worship in spirit and truth, not confined to geographic or physical structures.
John 4:21-24: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.