Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse emphasizes God's steadfast support and enduring presence for His people, contrasting Hosea 6:4, which portrays God's frustration and sense of transience concerning Ephraim and Judah's loyalty.
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 Hebrews 13:5
The assurance that God will not leave or forsake contradicts the fleeting loyalty of Ephraim and Judah described in Hosea 6:4.
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.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
Jesus' invitation for the weary to find rest in Him contrasts with the notion of transient devotion depicted in Hosea 6:4.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 2:13
This verse highlights God's faithfulness even when we are unfaithful, contrasting the transient devotion noted in Hosea 6:4.
2 Timothy 2:13: If we believe not, [yet] he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:3
God's everlasting love and continued faithfulness contradict the ephemeral nature of love described in Hosea 6:4.
Jeremiah 31:3: The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, [saying], Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee. [of...: Heb. from afar] [with lovingkindness...: have I extended lovingkindness unto thee]
Paradox #1
Hosea 6:4 talks about the fleeting nature of love and commitment, comparing it to the morning mist or early dew that quickly disappears. A possible contradiction could be in the expectation for steadfast love and faithfulness from humans, while also recognizing human nature's tendency to falter. This tension between divine expectation and human frailty could be seen as a conflict.
Paradox #2
Hosea 6:4 talks about the fleeting and inconsistent love and faithfulness of the people. The contradiction or inconsistency might be that people often promise to be faithful and loving but fail to live up to it, showing how human behavior can conflict with ideals of steadfastness and reliability.