Contradictions and Paradoxes in Amos 1:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Amos 1:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Amos 1:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Amos, God is saying that He will send a fire to burn down the houses of important people in a place where Hazael and Benhadad live. This means God is upset with them and will punish them.

Amos 1:4: But I will send a fire into the house of Hazael, which shall devour the palaces of Benhadad.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

While Amos 1:4 speaks of punishment and destruction, Jeremiah 29:11 offers a message of hope and a future of peace and prosperity.

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 1 Peter 5:7

Amos 1:4 indicates God's intention to punish, whereas 1 Peter 5:7 encourages casting cares on God because He cares for us, portraying a more nurturing aspect.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Romans 8:1

This verse speaks of no condemnation for those in Christ, contrasting the judgment pronounced in Amos 1:4.

Romans 8:1: [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

Contradiction with Psalm 86:5

While Amos 1:4 depicts God's wrath, Psalm 86:5 highlights God's readiness to forgive and His abundant mercy.

Psalm 86:5: For thou, Lord, [art] good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee.
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