Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Ezekiel 12:10 speaks of destruction, while Jeremiah 29:11 promises plans for peace and a hopeful future, contrasting outcomes.
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 Isaiah 55:8-9
Ezekiel 12:10 implies a human interpretation of prophecy, whereas Isaiah 55:8-9 states that God's thoughts and ways are higher than man's, suggesting human limitations in understanding divine messages.
Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21
Ezekiel 12:10 involves the counsel of God leading to judgment, while Proverbs 19:21 emphasizes that only God's purposes will prevail, potentially implying a greater divine plan beyond immediate judgment.
Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
Ezekiel 12:10 announces imminent judgment, whereas 2 Peter 3:9 highlights God's patience and unwillingness for any to perish, suggesting a discrepancy in the timing and purpose of God's actions.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with John 10:10
Ezekiel 12:10 discusses devastation brought upon a city, while John 10:10 speaks of Jesus bringing life abundantly, presenting opposing visions of God's impact on people.
John 10:10: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have [it] more abundantly.