Contradiction with John 11:4
This verse states that sickness is for the glory of God, contradicting Philippians 2:27, which depicts God having mercy to avoid sorrow from sickness.
John 11:4: When Jesus heard [that], he said, This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9
Here God’s power is made perfect in weakness, contrasting with Philippians 2:27, where mercy is given to relieve the weakness and sorrow.
2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Contradiction with James 1:2-3
Trials, including sickness, are to be considered pure joy, contrasting with Philippians 2:27, which speaks of avoiding sorrow through God's mercy.
James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with Hebrews 12:6
This verse explains that the Lord disciplines whom He loves, which can include afflictions, contrasting with the notion in Philippians 2:27 of removing affliction to show mercy.
Hebrews 12:6: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.