Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:9
This verse suggests the heart is deceitful and desperately wicked, implying that God's law is not readily in the heart or mouth, as stated in Deuteronomy 30:14.
Jeremiah 17:9: The heart [is] deceitful above all [things], and desperately wicked: who can know it?
Contradiction with Romans 7:15
Paul speaks of his struggle to do good, indicating that God's word is not always near, contrasting with Deuteronomy 30:14.
Romans 7:15: For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I. [allow: Gr. know]
Contradiction with Mark 7:21-23
These verses describe evil thoughts and actions coming from within, challenging the idea of God's word being naturally close as in Deuteronomy 30:14.
Mark 7:21-23: Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness: [covetousness...: Gr. covetousnesses, wickednesses]
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:12
States there is a way that seems right but leads to death, suggesting that human understanding (even if internally felt) can be flawed, unlike Deuteronomy 30:14's claim.
Proverbs 14:12: There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof [are] the ways of death.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
Indicates all have sinned and fall short, contradicting the notion that keeping God's law is inherently near or accessible as in Deuteronomy 30:14.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9
Portrays God's thoughts and ways as far above humans', suggesting a disconnect rather than the closeness described in Deuteronomy 30:14.
Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Matthew 15:18-19
Explains how evil comes from within the heart, contradicting the notion that God's word is always present in one's heart as stated in Deuteronomy 30:14.
Matthew 15:18-19: But those things which proceed out of the mouth come forth from the heart; and they defile the man.
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction between the message of Deuteronomy 30:14, which emphasizes the accessibility of God's word to all, and other parts of the Bible that suggest certain teachings are complex or hard to understand, requiring deeper study or special guidance. This could lead to confusion about whether religious knowledge is meant to be straightforward for everyone or if it requires more in-depth exploration.