Contradiction with John 3:16
While Hosea 5:7 speaks of treachery and alienation from God, John 3:16 emphasizes God's love and offer of redemption to all.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with Romans 5:8
Hosea 5:7 indicates God's judgment, whereas Romans 5:8 highlights God's demonstration of love even when humans are sinful.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
Hosea 5:7 suggests disloyalty and impending judgment, whereas 1 John 1:9 offers assurance of forgiveness upon confession.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:18
Hosea 5:7 mentions betrayal against God, but Isaiah 1:18 beckons people to reason together with God for cleansing.
Isaiah 1:18: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
Hosea 5:7 presents a context of punishment, in contrast, Ezekiel 18:32 states God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires repentance.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Contradiction with Psalm 103:12
Hosea 5:7 implies consequences for trespass, whereas Psalm 103:12 describes God's capacity to remove transgressions far away.
Psalm 103:12: As far as the east is from the west, [so] far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
Paradox #1
Hosea 5:7 might be seen as having a contradiction or inconsistency in the way it describes people's unfaithfulness to God. Some might feel it conflicts with the idea that God's people are always under His protection and care. If the people are unfaithful, this raises questions about God's promises and the consequences of straying from Him. However, this is often resolved by understanding the context, where unfaithfulness leads to consequences but does not negate God's overarching plan or love for His people.
Paradox #2
Hosea 5:7 talks about the people being unfaithful to God, which can seem inconsistent with the idea of God's people always being protected or blessed. This verse highlights human failure and disobedience, which might seem to conflict with other parts of the Bible that emphasize God's unending love and protection. However, this can also be seen as showing that while God's love is constant, humans are responsible for their actions and must follow God's ways to remain in His favor.
Paradox #3
This verse talks about people being unfaithful to God and facing consequences. The moral conflict might be the idea of collective punishment, where the wrong actions of some affect the entire group, including the innocent. This can seem unfair because not everyone directly involved in wrongdoing may face the same consequences.