Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love your enemies, which contrasts the message to the Church in Revelation that focuses more on enduring persecution rather than loving one's persecutors.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Suggests giving place unto wrath and letting God handle vengeance, while Revelation 2:8 points to patient suffering rather than the resolution of justice.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:21-23
Encourages following Christ's example of non-retaliation and suffering wrongfully, whereas Revelation 2:8 commends enduring suffering for faith rather than focusing on the response to persecution.
1 Peter 2:21-23: For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: [for us: some read, for you]
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
Advises not to say you will recompense evil, whereas Revelation 2:8 emphasizes enduring hardship and persecution.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28
Commands to love and bless those who curse you, differing from the endurance against persecution without mentioning a response as in Revelation 2:8.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,