Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
Philippians 1:7 emphasizes mutual support and judgment of character, while Matthew 7:1 advises against judging others.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with Romans 14:10
Whereas Philippians 1:7 highlights confidence in one's judgment based on shared faith, Romans 14:10 warns against judging fellow believers.
Romans 14:10: But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.
Contradiction with James 4:12
While Philippians 1:7 suggests a partnership in judgment, James 4:12 notes that only God has the ultimate authority to judge.
James 4:12: There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 4:5
Philippians 1:7 values discernment and shared convictions, yet 1 Corinthians 4:5 advises withholding judgment until the Lord's return.
1 Corinthians 4:5: Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:7
While Philippians 1:7 promotes discernment and standing by fellow believers, Matthew 5:7 emphasizes mercy over judgment.
Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.