Contradiction with Genesis 22:2
This verse refers to Isaac as Abraham’s only son, while 2 Chronicles 20:7 refers to Abraham's descendants through Jacob.
Genesis 22:2: And he said, Take now thy son, thine only [son] Isaac, whom thou lovest, and get thee into the land of Moriah; and offer him there for a burnt offering upon one of the mountains which I will tell thee of.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 9:5
Highlights that Israel's possession of land is not due to righteousness, contrasting with the favor implied in 2 Chronicles 20:7.
Deuteronomy 9:5: Not for thy righteousness, or for the uprightness of thine heart, dost thou go to possess their land: but for the wickedness of these nations the LORD thy God doth drive them out from before thee, and that he may perform the word which the LORD sware unto thy fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Contradiction with Romans 9:13
States "Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated", contradicting the adoption of strangers as friends like Abraham in 2 Chronicles 20:7.
Romans 9:13: As it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated.
Contradiction with John 8:39
Jesus claims true children of Abraham would do as he did, implying a conditional status, not as unquestionable friends as suggested in 2 Chronicles 20:7.
John 8:39: They answered and said unto him, Abraham is our father. Jesus saith unto them, If ye were Abraham's children, ye would do the works of Abraham.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Emphasizes lack of distinction between Jew and Gentile, conflicting with the idea of a specific chosen people in 2 Chronicles 20:7.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:8
Focuses on Abraham's obedience by faith without mentioning divine friendship, differing from the narrative in 2 Chronicles 20:7.
Hebrews 11:8: By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went.
Contradiction with James 2:21
Highlights justification by works, not by friendship with God as described in 2 Chronicles 20:7.
James 2:21: Was not Abraham our father justified by works, when he had offered Isaac his son upon the altar?
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction might arise from the interpretation of God's relationship and promises to specific groups of people. 2 Chronicles 20:7 refers to God establishing a particular group of people, which could appear to conflict with other biblical passages that emphasize God's universal love and inclusivity. However, these interpretations usually depend on the broader theological and historical context.