Contradiction with Psalm 37:29
This verse indicates the righteous will inherit the land and dwell in it forever, suggesting stability rather than desolation.
Psalm 37:29: The righteous shall inherit the land, and dwell therein for ever.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:5
This verse promises that the meek shall inherit the earth, implying a future of inheritance, not desolation.
Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
Contradiction with Psalm 104:5
This verse states that God laid the foundations of the earth, that it should not be removed forever, indicating permanence contrary to a 'emptied' earth.
Psalm 104:5: [Who] laid the foundations of the earth, [that] it should not be removed for ever. [Who...: Heb. He hath founded the earth upon her bases]
Contradiction with Genesis 8:21-22
This verse indicates God's promise not to curse the ground again and that the cycles of life will continue, suggesting ongoing habitation, not desolation.
Genesis 8:21-22: And the LORD smelled a sweet savour; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake; for the imagination of man's heart [is] evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have done. [a sweet...: Heb. a savour of rest or, satisfaction] [for the imagination: or, through the imagination]