Contradiction with Proverbs 1:5
Proverbs 1:5 encourages increased learning and wisdom, implying everyone should hear and gain understanding, which can be seen as contradicting the selectiveness of hearing the Spirit's message in Revelation 3:13.
Proverbs 1:5: A wise [man] will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:
Contradiction with John 8:47
John 8:47 states that those who are of God hear God's words, suggesting a divide rather than universal potential to hear God's word, aligning with selective hearing in Revelation 3:13.
John 8:47: He that is of God heareth God's words: ye therefore hear [them] not, because ye are not of God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 6:9
Isaiah 6:9 speaks of hearing without understanding, which can be interpreted as contradicting the call for those with ears to hear and understand in Revelation 3:13.
Isaiah 6:9: And he said, Go, and tell this people, Hear ye indeed, but understand not; and see ye indeed, but perceive not. [indeed, but understand: or, without ceasing, etc: Heb. in hearing, etc]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:14
This verse explains that the natural man cannot receive the things of the Spirit of God, which implies that hearing the Spirit is not simply a matter of having ears, contrasting with the open call in Revelation 3:13.
1 Corinthians 2:14: But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know [them], because they are spiritually discerned.
Contradiction with Romans 11:8
Romans 11:8 talks about God giving some a spirit of slumber, ears that should not hear, which suggests a divine restraint on hearing, differing from the invitation in Revelation 3:13.
Romans 11:8: (According as it is written, God hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear;) unto this day. [slumber: or, remorse]