Contradiction with Numbers 15:30
This verse speaks about the punishment for willful sin, whereas 1 Samuel 12:20 assures that despite doing evil, they should not fear but follow the Lord.
Numbers 15:30: But the soul that doeth [ought] presumptuously, [whether he be] born in the land, or a stranger, the same reproacheth the LORD; and that soul shall be cut off from among his people. [presumptuously: Heb. with an high hand]
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:26
This suggests that there is no sacrifice left for those who sin willfully, in contrast to the forgiveness and continued faithfulness encouraged in 1 Samuel 12:20.
Hebrews 10:26: For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
Contradiction with Proverbs 28:9
Highlights that turning away from the law makes prayer an abomination, which contrasts with the hope and encouragement given in 1 Samuel 12:20 despite previous wrongdoings.
Proverbs 28:9: He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer [shall be] abomination.
Contradiction with 1 John 3:6
States that anyone who abides in Christ does not continue to sin, seemingly at odds with 1 Samuel 12:20 which acknowledges past wrongdoing but encourages following the Lord.
1 John 3:6: Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:24
Warns that righteousness will not be remembered if one turns to sin, contrary to the message in 1 Samuel 12:20 of not fearing after doing evil.
Ezekiel 18:24: But when the righteous turneth away from his righteousness, and committeth iniquity, [and] doeth according to all the abominations that the wicked [man] doeth, shall he live? All his righteousness that he hath done shall not be mentioned: in his trespass that he hath trespassed, and in his sin that he hath sinned, in them shall he die.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:7
Warns that God is not mocked and whatever one sows, they will reap, implying strict justice compared to the reassurance found in 1 Samuel 12:20.
Galatians 6:7: Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be seen in the idea of encouraging people to not be afraid and keep following God even after acknowledging wrong actions. This might seem inconsistent because it suggests forgiveness and continued guidance regardless of past mistakes, which could be seen as lenient for those seeking strict justice for wrongdoing.