Contradiction with James 1:13
This verse states that God does not tempt anyone with evil, contradicting the idea that God would send a strong delusion for people to believe a lie.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with Numbers 23:19
This verse highlights God's truthfulness and that He does not lie or deceive, contrasting with sending delusion to believe a lie.
Numbers 23:19: God [is] not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do [it]? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?
Contradiction with 1 John 1:5
It asserts that God is light and in Him is no darkness, conflicting with the notion of God sending deception.
1 John 1:5: This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
Declares that God is not the author of confusion, which contrasts with sending delusion.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Promises plans for peace and not for evil, conflicting with sending delusions to deceive.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with John 17:17
Emphasizes that God's word is truth, which contrasts with the idea of God sending a delusion.
John 17:17: Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
Paradox #1
This verse talks about God sending a powerful delusion to make people believe what is false. Some might see a contradiction here, wondering why a loving and truthful God would cause people to believe lies. This can conflict with the idea of God always wanting people to know and follow the truth.
Paradox #2
2 Thessalonians 2:11 might seem to contradict the idea that God is purely good and truthful, as some may interpret the verse to suggest that God sends deception. This could appear to conflict with the belief that God is always honest and does not lead people astray. However, this can be understood within the context of divine justice, allowing people to experience the consequences of their choices.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict in that verse could be the idea of God causing people to believe something false. It raises questions about the nature of free will, truth, and whether it's right for a divine being to influence beliefs in a way that could lead to negative consequences. Some might find it troubling that God would allow deception rather than encourage understanding and truth.