'Contrary' in the Bible
On the contrary, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel:
On the contrary, we believe we are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus in the same way they are.”
But Paul said to them, “They beat us in public without a trial, although we are Roman citizens, and threw us in jail. And now are they going to smuggle us out secretly? Certainly not! On the contrary, let them come themselves and escort us out!”
and Jason has received them as guests! They are all acting contrary to Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king—Jesus!”
“This man,” they said, “persuades people to worship God contrary to the law!”
But Paul replied, “I’m not out of my mind, most excellent Festus. On the contrary, I’m speaking words of truth and good judgment.