Contradiction with Numbers 23:19
This verse contradicts by asserting that God does not lie or change His mind, suggesting consistency rather than changeability.
Numbers 23:19: God [is] not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do [it]? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?
Contradiction with James 1:17
This verse states that there is no variation or shadow of turning with God, implying absolute constancy.
James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Contradiction with Psalms 115:3
This verse affirms God's sovereign will to do as He pleases, suggesting His plans are unchangeable.
Psalms 115:3: But our God [is] in the heavens: he hath done whatsoever he hath pleased.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:11
This verse emphasizes that God's word will accomplish what He intends, suggesting infallibility and consistency.
Isaiah 55:11: So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper [in the thing] whereto I sent it.
Contradiction with Hebrews 6:18
This verse declares it is impossible for God to lie, reaffirming His truthfulness and consistency.
Hebrews 6:18: That by two immutable things, in which [it was] impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us:
Contradiction with Malachi 3:6
This verse insists that the Lord does not change, suggesting immutability.
Malachi 3:6: For I [am] the LORD, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed.
Paradox #1
Genesis 18:14 deals with the idea that nothing is too hard for God. A potential contradiction or conflict could arise when considering human experiences where prayers or hopes are unmet, leading to questions about why certain events happen if God is all-powerful. Some might find it inconsistent with their experiences of suffering or unanswered prayers. However, others interpret it as a challenge to trust in a divine plan beyond human understanding.