Contradiction with Psalm 145:9
This verse states that "The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works," which contrasts with the portrayal of God's judgment and wrath in Amos 1:10.
Psalm 145:9: The LORD [is] good to all: and his tender mercies [are] over all his works.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to "love your enemies, bless them that curse you," contradicting the judgment and punishment theme present in Amos 1:10.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11
Here, God says, "I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live," which opposes the notion of divine retribution seen in Amos 1:10.
Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?
Contradiction with Jonah 4:2
This verse depicts God as "gracious and merciful, slow to anger," contrasting with the swift judgment carried out in Amos 1:10.
Jonah 4:2: And he prayed unto the LORD, and said, I pray thee, O LORD, [was] not this my saying, when I was yet in my country? Therefore I fled before unto Tarshish: for I knew that thou [art] a gracious God, and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repentest thee of the evil.
Contradiction with James 2:13
It states that "mercy rejoiceth against judgment," emphasizing mercy over judgment in contrast to the judgment highlighted in Amos 1:10.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Paradox #1
This verse talks about a punishment from God for the actions of a specific group of people. Some might see a contradiction in the idea of a loving and forgiving God also delivering harsh judgments and consequences, as it may seem inconsistent with the message of forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible.