Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
This verse advises not to worry about tomorrow, contrasting with the aspiration and anticipation for future glorification expressed in Philippians 1:20.
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 1 Corinthians 10:24
This verse emphasizes seeking the benefit of others, while Philippians 1:20 highlights personal honor and magnification through Christ.
1 Corinthians 10:24: Let no man seek his own, but every man another's [wealth].
Contradiction with James 4:13-14
These verses highlight the unpredictability of life, contradicting the confident expectation of events in Philippians 1:20.
James 4:13-14: 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:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1
This verse mentions a time for every purpose, which could be seen as contradicting the single-minded focus in Philippians 1:20.
Ecclesiastes 3:1: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
Contradiction with Proverbs 27:1
Advises not to boast about tomorrow, which contrasts with the confident expectation conveyed in Philippians 1:20.
Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]