Contradiction with Matthew 6:3
Encourage secrecy in giving, while Romans 12:8 promotes giving with simplicity.
Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:
Contradiction with James 1:17
Attributes all gifts to God’s unchangeable nature, while Romans 12:8 implies human responsibility in giving.
James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:3
Suggests giving is worthless without love, contrasting with the exhaustive emphasis Romans 12:8 puts solely on the act of giving.
1 Corinthians 13:3: And though I bestow all my goods to feed [the poor], and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing.
Contradiction with Luke 18:22
Advises to sell all possessions and give to the poor, conflicting with the guidance in Romans 12:8 which does not require such complete giving.
Luke 18:22: Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17
Indicates giving is a loan to the Lord and will be repaid, whereas Romans 12:8 emphasizes giving without expectation.
Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]
Contradiction with Acts 5:1-4
Warns against deceit in giving, while Romans 12:8 stresses straightforwardness but doesn't mention deceit.
Acts 5:1-4: But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession,
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 9:7
Advises giving should be done cheerfully, in tension with Romans 12:8's simplicity directive.
2 Corinthians 9:7: Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, [so let him give]; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.