Contradiction with Genesis 18:14
Unlike in Hebrews 11:36, where some face mockery and scourging, Genesis 18:14 suggests that nothing is too hard for the Lord, indicating divine intervention is always possible.
Genesis 18:14: Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.
Contradiction with Exodus 14:14
This verse suggests that the Lord will fight for you, and you need only be still, contrasting with the trials and sufferings mentioned in Hebrews 11:36.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with Psalm 34:19
Here, it states that a righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all, implying a resolution absent in the trials of Hebrews 11:36.
Psalm 34:19: Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2
This verse speaks of passing through waters and fire without harm, a stark difference to the persecution and trials highlighted in Hebrews 11:36.
Isaiah 43:2: When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
Jesus offers rest to the weary and burdened, contrasting with the enduring suffering and trials mentioned in Hebrews 11:36.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Romans 8:37
This verse asserts believers are more than conquerors, which contradicts the image of suffering and enduring physical persecution in Hebrews 11:36.
Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Contradiction with James 1:2-3
James suggests considering trials as pure joy due to the testing of faith, which contrasts with the negative depiction of trials in Hebrews 11:36.
James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Paradox #1
Hebrews 11:36 talks about the suffering and trials faced by people who had faith. A potential contradiction could arise from the idea that such suffering is portrayed as noble or commendable, which might conflict with the belief that a compassionate God would not allow faithful people to endure such hardships. This can lead to questioning why faith should result in suffering rather than protection or reward.