Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse suggests that God has plans for peace and not calamity, which contrasts with the idea in Amos 3:6 that disaster occurs because God has caused it.
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 James 1:13
This verse states that God does not tempt anyone with evil, contradicting the implication in Amos 3:6 that God is behind the calamities.
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 1 John 1:5
This verse declares that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all, seeming to contradict the idea of God causing disaster as in Amos 3:6.
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 Lamentations 3:33
This verse expresses that God does not willingly afflict or grieve the children of men, which appears contrary to the notion in Amos 3:6 that God initiates disasters.
Lamentations 3:33: For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men. [willingly: Heb. from his heart]
Paradox #1
Amos 3:6 might raise questions about how God is involved in disasters or destructive events. Some people might find this difficult to reconcile with the idea of a loving and good God who cares for people. The challenge is understanding how such events align with God's character and intentions.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Amos 3:6 could stem from the idea that it suggests all events, good or bad, are orchestrated by God. This could conflict with the belief in human free will and responsibility, as it raises questions about why bad things happen and who is to be blamed if God controls everything.