Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
1 Chronicles 12:18 speaks of God's peaceful union with David, while Matthew 5:44 emphasizes loving and praying for enemies, portraying a broader view of peace beyond alliances for war.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Exodus 23:22
1 Chronicles 12:18 shows God blessing David's union, while Exodus 23:22 promises God's defense if people obey Him, highlighting obedience over alliances.
Exodus 23:22: But if thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies, and an adversary unto thine adversaries. [an adversary...: or, I will afflict them that afflict thee]
Contradiction with James 4:4
1 Chronicles 12:18 involves a supportive alliance with David, yet James 4:4 warns against friendship with the world as enmity with God, offering a different perspective on allegiances.
James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
1 Chronicles 12:18 recounts God being with David in alliances, whereas Isaiah 31:1 warns against relying on human alliances instead of God.
Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!