Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
This verse emphasizes not worrying about tomorrow, while Nehemiah 4:9 describes taking active measures against future threats.
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 Psalm 127:1
Suggests that efforts are in vain without God's involvement, contrasting with Nehemiah 4:9, which describes both prayer and personal action.
Psalm 127:1: [A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. [for...: or, of Solomon] [that...: Heb. that are builders of it in it]
Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31
States that safety is from the Lord alone, potentially contradicting the combination of prayer and defensive preparation seen in Nehemiah 4:9.
Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]
Contradiction with James 2:17
Indicates that faith without works is dead, which may seem contradictory if Nehemiah 4:9 is interpreted as relying on prayer alone; however, Nehemiah also acts.
James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]