Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse states that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, which contrasts with the idea of righteousness apart from the law.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Emphasizes that a person is not justified by the works of the law but by faith in Jesus Christ, aligning with but also complicating the understanding of Romans 3:21's separation from the law.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:20
Jesus says one's righteousness must surpass that of the scribes and Pharisees to enter the kingdom of heaven, implying adherence to the law.
Matthew 5:20: For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed [the righteousness] of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Contradiction with Romans 2:13
For not the hearers of the law are just before God, but the doers of the law shall be justified, seemingly advocating adherence to the law.
Romans 2:13: (For not the hearers of the law [are] just before God, but the doers of the law shall be justified.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:12
The law is not of faith, but rather adheres to "The man that doeth them shall live in them", suggesting a contrast between law and faith.
Galatians 3:12: And the law is not of faith: but, The man that doeth them shall live in them.