Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse offers comfort and assurance of God's protection and presence, contrasting with the fear and dread described in Isaiah 33:14.
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 1 John 4:18
This verse states that perfect love casts out fear, which contradicts the fearfulness expressed in Isaiah 33:14.
1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Contradiction with John 3:16
This verse speaks of God's love and promise of eternal life, conflicting with the depiction of fear and sin in Isaiah 33:14.
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 8:1
This verse says there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, contradicting the fear of sinners in Isaiah 33:14.
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 Psalm 23:4
This verse promises comfort and fearlessness even in the face of danger, which opposes the fear in Isaiah 33:14.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:6
This verse encourages believers to be confident and unafraid by having faith in the Lord, contrasting the terror depicted in Isaiah 33:14.
Hebrews 13:6: So that we may boldly say, The Lord [is] my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7
This verse encourages believers to be anxious for nothing and rely on God's peace, which contradicts the fear experienced in Isaiah 33:14.
Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
This verse offers rest for the weary and burdened, which contrasts the feeling of dread in Isaiah 33:14.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Psalm 27:1
This verse declares the Lord as salvation and light, eradicating fear, which contradicts the fearful nature of Isaiah 33:14.
Psalm 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
This verse states that God has given a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind, not of fear, opposing the fear in Isaiah 33:14.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Paradox #1
Theological discussions around Isaiah 33:14 might point to potential contradictions concerning the nature of God as both just and merciful. Some interpretations emphasize the fear and dread expressed in the verse, suggesting a focus on God's judgment. This could seem inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that highlight God's compassion and forgiveness. The challenge is understanding how God's justice and mercy coexist without contradiction.
Paradox #2
Isaiah 33:14 might be seen as highlighting a contradiction due to the tension between the concepts of divine justice and mercy. It speaks of fear and the consuming fire theme, which may raise questions about the balance between God’s justice toward sinners and His merciful nature elsewhere in the Bible. This can seem inconsistent to some people trying to reconcile the two aspects.