Contradiction with James 1:13
This verse states that God does not tempt anyone, contradicting the idea of God testing or refining someone.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:13
This verse suggests that God does not allow temptations beyond what one can bear, conflicting with the idea of enduring afflictions.
1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]
Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2
This verse promises safety and protection in trials, whereas Isaiah 48:10 refers to being refined through affliction.
Isaiah 43:2: When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:12
Here, the verse describes discipline in the context of love, not as a refining process through affliction.
Proverbs 3:12: For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son [in whom] he delighteth.
Contradiction with Hebrews 12:6
This verse speaks of discipline out of love, while Isaiah 48:10 references refinement through chosen struggle.
Hebrews 12:6: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.
Contradiction with Psalm 66:10-12
Though similar in theme, the outcome here is deliverance and abundance, contrasting with the endurance aspect in Isaiah 48:10.
Psalm 66:10-12: For thou, O God, hast proved us: thou hast tried us, as silver is tried.