Contradiction with Numbers 23:19
States that God is not a man, implying consistency and not changing His mind, whereas Hosea 11:9 highlights God's decision to refrain from wrathful action, indicating a change in course.
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 Malachi 3:6
Claims that God does not change, suggesting immutability, while Hosea 11:9 shows God choosing to act with mercy, interpreting a change in intended action.
Malachi 3:6: For I [am] the LORD, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:29
Declares that God does not repent or change His mind, yet Hosea 11:9 shows God altering His approach from expected wrath to compassion.
1 Samuel 15:29: And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for he [is] not a man, that he should repent. [Strength: or, Eternity, or, Victory]
Contradiction with Psalm 110:4
States that God will not repent, indicating an unchangeable decree, contrasted by Hosea 11:9 where God appears to change His initial course of action.
Psalm 110:4: The LORD hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou [art] a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek.
Contradiction with James 1:17
Highlights that there is no variableness or shadow of turning with God, suggesting unchanging nature, yet Hosea 11:9 shows a change from wrath to mercy.
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 Hebrews 13:8
Jesus is described as the same always, implying a constant nature, contradicting the change in sentiment shown in Hosea 11:9.
Hebrews 13:8: Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
Paradox #1
Hosea 11:9 might seem to contradict the idea of God's justice and His anger towards sin. In some parts of the Bible, God is described as one who administers punishment for wrongdoing. However, this verse emphasizes God's compassion and willingness to refrain from destruction, highlighting His mercy. This could seem inconsistent with the idea of God as a strict judge.
Paradox #2
The verse suggests that God will not act with human-like wrath or destruction. Some might see a contradiction with other parts of the Bible where God is depicted as bringing judgment or punishment. The inconsistency lies in reconciling God's capacity for both mercy and judgment.