Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trust in the Lord and not leaning on one's understanding, while 2 Kings 7:14 describes actions based on observation and decision-making which might seem contrary to solely relying on divine guidance.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:25
Encourages not worrying about physical needs and trusting in divine provision, contrasting with the urgent search for provisions evident in 2 Kings 7:14.
Matthew 6:25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
Advocates turning the other cheek and non-resistance, whereas 2 Kings 7:14 shows proactive defense actions which may conflict with the idea of non-resistance.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Luke 12:31
Urges seeking God's kingdom over physical necessities, opposite to the worry about sustenance shown in 2 Kings 7:14.
Luke 12:31: But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:1
Describes faith as assurance of things hoped for not seen, contrasting with 2 Kings 7:14 where the men went to verify the Syrian camp based on visible circumstances.
Hebrews 11:1: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. [substance: or, ground, or, confidence]