Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
2 Kings 18:20 speaks about trusting in one's own counsel, while Proverbs 3:5 advises against leaning on one's own understanding, encouraging trust in the Lord instead.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
2 Kings 18:20 implies reliance on human strategy, whereas Jeremiah 17:5 warns against trusting in man, emphasizing that such trust leads away from God.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Psalm 20:7
2 Kings 18:20 suggests confidence in military might or strategies, but Psalm 20:7 contrasts this by highlighting faith in the Lord over chariots or horses.
Psalm 20:7: Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
2 Kings 18:20 involves reliance on counsel and strength, yet Isaiah 31:1 cautions against depending on Egypt for help and horses, advocating trust in God's guidance.
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!
Contradiction with Isaiah 30:1-3
2 Kings 18:20 mentions counsel and strength, which aligns with self-reliance, but Isaiah 30:1-3 criticizes forming plans not led by God, resulting in shame.
Isaiah 30:1-3: Woe to the rebellious children, saith the LORD, that take counsel, but not of me; and that cover with a covering, but not of my spirit, that they may add sin to sin: