Contradiction with Matthew 6:26
While Genesis 47:15 shows reliance on human provisions leading to depletion, Matthew 6:26 emphasizes God's continuous provision for all creatures, suggesting that divine care doesn't lead to scarcity.
Matthew 6:26: Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?
Contradiction with Philippians 4:19
Genesis 47:15 illustrates a lack amid famine, whereas Philippians 4:19 promises that God will supply all needs according to His riches, implying abundance contrary to the scarcity depicted.
Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Psalm 37:25
In Genesis 47:15, people face economic hardship, whereas Psalm 37:25 claims that the righteous will not be forsaken or left in need, suggesting security and provision for the faithful.
Psalm 37:25: I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 17:14
Where Genesis 47:15 suggests depletion, 1 Kings 17:14 promises that resources will not run out as God ensures sustenance during a famine, providing a contrast in divine provision.
1 Kings 17:14: For thus saith the LORD God of Israel, The barrel of meal shall not waste, neither shall the cruse of oil fail, until the day [that] the LORD sendeth rain upon the earth. [sendeth: Heb. giveth]
Contradiction with John 6:35
Genesis 47:15 depicts a need for sustenance from earthly sources, but John 6:35 portrays Jesus as the bread of life, offering spiritual fulfillment and removing spiritual hunger, countering physical need narratives.
John 6:35: And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:1
Genesis 47:15 shows trade of possessions for sustenance, while Isaiah 55:1 offers an invitation to freely receive without money, highlighting accessibility and provision without economic exchange.
Isaiah 55:1: Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.
Contradiction with Psalm 23:1
The economic desperation in Genesis 47:15 contrasts with Psalm 23:1, which indicates that with the Lord as a shepherd, one shall not want, suggesting complete provision and care from God.
Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.