Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
This verse states "God is love," which seems contradictory to the idea of judgment and punishment in Ezekiel 23:31.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with James 2:13
This verse emphasizes mercy triumphing over judgment, contrasting with the focus on judgment in Ezekiel 23:31.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Teaching love for enemies seems at odds with the punitive nature of Ezekiel 23:31.
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 Luke 6:36
Encourages being merciful just as God is merciful, which contrasts with the judgment described in Ezekiel 23:31.
Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
Contradiction with John 3:17
States that God did not send His Son to condemn the world, differing from the theme of condemnation in Ezekiel 23:31.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.