Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
This verse offers rest to those who are weary, which contrasts with the idea of being comforted as described in 2 Thessalonians 2:17.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7
This verse advises not to be anxious about anything and to find peace through prayer, which contrasts with being comforted through different means as suggested in 2 Thessalonians 2:17.
Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse warns against trusting in man, which could be seen as contradictory to being comforted by words and actions as indicated in 2 Thessalonians 2:17.
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 Ecclesiastes 1:18
This verse states that increased knowledge leads to more sorrow, contrasting the comfort and establishment in every good word and work suggested in 2 Thessalonians 2:17.
Ecclesiastes 1:18: For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.
Contradiction with Job 3:26
Job laments having no rest or peace, directly contrasting the message of comfort provided in 2 Thessalonians 2:17.
Job 3:26: I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came.