Contradictions and Paradoxes in Amos 4:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Amos 4:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Amos 4:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Amos, God is saying that He made sure people didn't have food so they would remember Him and come back to Him, but they still didn't listen. God wanted them to realize they needed Him and to make better choices.

Amos 4:6: And I also have given you cleanness of teeth in all your cities, and want of bread in all your places: yet have ye not returned unto me, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-32

These verses promise God's provision for His people, contradicting the idea of God withholding sustenance as seen in Amos 4:6.

Matthew 6:31-32: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

This verse assures that God will supply every need, which is in opposition to the famine described in Amos 4:6.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:1

The declaration of lacking nothing under God's care contrasts with the lack of bread in Amos 4:6.

Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.

Contradiction with Isaiah 33:16

This verse speaks of dwelling on high with assured bread, conflicting with the famine in Amos 4:6.

Isaiah 33:16: He shall dwell on high: his place of defence [shall be] the munitions of rocks: bread shall be given him; his waters [shall be] sure. [high: Heb. heights, or, high places]

Contradiction with Genesis 22:14

The name Jehovah-Jireh, meaning "The Lord will provide," stands in contrast to the withholding of food in Amos 4:6.

Genesis 22:14: And Abraham called the name of that place Jehovahjireh: as it is said [to] this day, In the mount of the LORD it shall be seen. [Jehovahjireh: that is, The Lord will see, or, provide]
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