Contradiction with 1 Kings 8:61
2 Chronicles 25:2 mentions a heart that was not perfect, while 1 Kings 8:61 calls for a perfect heart.
1 Kings 8:61: Let your heart therefore be perfect with the LORD our God, to walk in his statutes, and to keep his commandments, as at this day.
Contradiction with Matthew 22:37
Jesus commands to love God with all your heart, which contradicts the half-heartedness in 2 Chronicles 25:2.
Matthew 22:37: This is the first and great commandment.
Contradiction with James 1:8
Describes a double-minded man as unstable, opposing the steadfastness implied in having a perfect heart, unlike in 2 Chronicles 25:2.
James 1:8: A double minded man [is] unstable in all his ways.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency could be seen in the way that someone is described as doing what is right but not wholeheartedly. This might be seen as conflicting with other biblical teachings that emphasize sincerity and whole-hearted devotion in one's actions and relationship with God.
Paradox #2
The potential doctrinal issue with this verse could be the discrepancy between doing what is right outwardly and having a true, sincere heart. It highlights that obeying God's commands isn't just about actions but also about having genuine intentions and devotion. This might seem inconsistent with the emphasis on faith and inner belief found in other parts of the Bible.
Paradox #3
The moral inconsistency in this verse may lie in the idea that a person can do what is considered right externally without having a sincere or wholehearted commitment internally. This can raise questions about the value of actions versus intentions, and whether external behavior is enough if the internal motivation or belief is lacking.