Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:10
While Romans 16:21 promotes unity among believers by sending greetings from Timothy and others, 1 Corinthians 1:10 calls for prevention of divisions and promotes perfect unity, indicating possible existing issues of disunity which Romans does not address.
1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]
Contradiction with Galatians 2:11
Romans 16:21 shows collaboration among Christians like Paul and Timothy, whereas Galatians 2:11 details a confrontation between Paul and Peter, highlighting disunity and contradiction in apostolic agreement.
Galatians 2:11: But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:2-3
Romans 16:21 highlights teamwork and harmony, while Philippians 4:2-3 indicates a need for resolving disputes between Euodia and Syntyche, suggesting contradictions in communal harmony.
Philippians 4:2-3: I beseech Euodias, and beseech Syntyche, that they be of the same mind in the Lord.
Contradiction with Acts 15:39
Romans 16:21 showcases collective effort and greetings in unity, whereas Acts 15:39 describes a sharp disagreement leading to separation between Paul and Barnabas, contradicting the theme of unified collaboration.
Acts 15:39: And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 4:10
Romans 16:21 presents a supportive and united front among fellow workers, contrasting with 2 Timothy 4:10 where Demas forsakes Paul, illustrating a breakdown in such unity and support.
2 Timothy 4:10: For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia.