Contradiction with Romans 2:6
This verse states that every man will be rewarded according to his deeds, contradicting the idea in Ezra 7:9 of divine favor or destiny for a specific task.
Romans 2:6: Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
Human plans are ultimately subject to God's direction, potentially contradicting the predetermined outcome suggested in Ezra 7:9.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Contradiction with James 4:13-14
Emphasizes the uncertainty of life and human plans, contrasting the predestined success implied in Ezra 7:9.
James 4:13-14: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Psalm 127:1
Suggests that efforts are in vain without God's blessing, which may contrast with the sense of assured success in Ezra 7:9.
Psalm 127:1: [A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. [for...: or, of Solomon] [that...: Heb. that are builders of it in it]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
Advises not to worry about tomorrow, while Ezra 7:9 implies planning and foresight.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.