Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Ezekiel 38:3 speaks of setting God against Gog, while Matthew 5:44 encourages loving enemies, showing a contradiction in approaches toward 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 12:20
While Ezekiel 38:3 alludes to a divine opposition, Romans 12:20 suggests feeding and caring for enemies, presenting a conflict in dealing with opponents.
Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
This verse contradicts Ezekiel 38:3 by advocating for not repaying evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessings instead, differing from the notion of divine antagonism.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Ezekiel 38:3 focuses on God's declaration of opposition, whereas Luke 6:27 encourages loving and doing good to those who despise you, providing a contrasting response to enmity.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21
The directive to care for and feed your enemy contradicts the aggressive stance shown in Ezekiel 38:3, offering a non-hostile approach instead.
Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with James 4:7
Ezekiel 38:3 presents a proactive declaration of opposition against evil, while James 4:7 emphasizes submission to God and resisting the devil, focusing on personal spiritual warfare rather than external opposition.
James 4:7: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.