Contradiction with Isaiah 55:6
While Hosea 5:15 describes God withdrawing until the people seek Him, Isaiah 55:6 encourages seeking the Lord while He may be found, suggesting a continual opportunity to find Him.
Isaiah 55:6: Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
Contradiction with James 4:8
Hosea 5:15 portrays God as withdrawn, yet James 4:8 promises closeness if we draw near to God, indicating no withdrawal.
James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:20
In Hosea 5:15, God hides His face, but Matthew 28:20 reassures God's constant presence with His people.
Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.
Contradiction with Psalm 46:1
Hosea 5:15 describes God stepping away, while Psalm 46:1 depicts God as an ever-present help in trouble.
Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
Hosea 5:15 implies a temporary departure of God from the people, whereas Hebrews 13:5 promises that God will never leave or forsake believers.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Paradox #1
Hosea 5:15 mentions God withdrawing and waiting for the people to seek Him in their distress. A possible contradiction could be seen in the idea of God withdrawing His presence, which might conflict with the belief that God is always present and constantly seeking a relationship with people. Some might wonder how God can both withdraw and be omnipresent at the same time.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction or conflict in Hosea 5:15 might arise from the concept of God withdrawing His presence and help, waiting for people to acknowledge their wrongdoing and seek Him. Some might see this as conflicting with the idea of a continuously loving and supportive deity willing to help without conditions, which could seem inconsistent to those who believe in divine unconditional love and support.