Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Amos 5:14 emphasizes seeking good, whereas Matthew 5:44 talks about loving enemies and doing good to those who hate you, a higher moral standard that might seem contradictory in dealing with direct adversaries.
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 Romans 12:19
Amos 5:14 advocates seeking good for life, but Romans 12:19 advises against seeking personal justice, leaving vengeance to God, which might contrast with actively pursuing one's own idea of good.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:8
Amos 5:14 promotes seeking good only, while Ecclesiastes 3:8 mentions a time to hate and a time for war, suggesting a balance or acceptance of negative actions at times.
Ecclesiastes 3:8: A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.
Contradiction with Luke 6:25
Amos 5:14 suggests seeking good to find life, but Luke 6:25 warns about those who are full or laughing now, a paradox to the expectation of good results from seeking good.
Luke 6:25: Woe unto you that are full! for ye shall hunger. Woe unto you that laugh now! for ye shall mourn and weep.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Amos 5:14 asserts seeking good, yet Proverbs 24:17 cautions against rejoicing at an enemy's downfall, a potential contradiction depending on perspectives of justice and goodness.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth: