Contradiction with Lamentations 3:22-23
Hosea 13:9 suggests destruction from God, whereas this verse speaks of God's mercies and compassion that are new every morning, implying preservation rather than destruction.
Lamentations 3:22-23: [It is of] the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.
Contradiction with John 10:28
While Hosea 13:9 implies destruction by God, this verse assures eternal life and that no one will be plucked from God's hand, suggesting protection and security.
John 10:28: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any [man] pluck them out of my hand.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Hosea 13:9 indicates God bringing destruction, whereas this verse promises that God will uphold and strengthen, not destroy.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with Psalm 121:7
This verse affirms that the Lord will protect from all evil, contradicting the idea of destruction mentioned in Hosea 13:9.
Psalm 121:7: The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.
Contradiction with Romans 8:1
This verse states that there is no condemnation for those in Christ, which contradicts the implication of destruction in Hosea 13:9.
Romans 8:1: [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
Contradiction with Zephaniah 3:17
While Hosea 13:9 suggests destruction, this verse highlights that the Lord is present, offering salvation and joy, rather than intending harm.
Zephaniah 3:17: The LORD thy God in the midst of thee [is] mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. [rest: Heb. be silent]
Contradiction with Exodus 14:14
Hosea 13:9 points toward destruction, but this verse promises that the Lord will fight for His people, implying deliverance instead.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 22:31
This verse describes God as a shield to those who trust Him, contradicting the idea that God would bring about their ruin as in Hosea 13:9.
2 Samuel 22:31: [As for] God, his way [is] perfect; the word of the LORD [is] tried: he [is] a buckler to all them that trust in him. [tried: or, refined]
Paradox #1
The possible contradiction or inconsistency in Hosea 13:9 could be the tension between God's role as a savior and the judgment or destruction mentioned in the verse. In other parts of the Bible, God is often seen as merciful and forgiving, while this verse might imply a more direct role in punishment or downfall. This could seem inconsistent unless understood within the broader context of repentance and restoration themes in the scripture.