Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse speaks of plans to prosper and not harm, offering hope and a future, contrasting the uprooting mentioned in Jeremiah 10:18.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
This verse mentions that all things work together for good, which contrasts with the calamity implied in Jeremiah 10:18.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Contradiction with Psalm 91:10
God's protection from evil contrasts with the calamity that God says He will bring in Jeremiah 10:18.
Psalm 91:10: There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6
This verse promises that God will not fail or forsake His people, which contradicts the notion of a "slinging out" in Jeremiah 10:18.
Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
It offers reassurance and strength from God against fear and dismay, which is opposite to the displacement in Jeremiah 10:18.
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 Chronicles 16:34
It mentions God's enduring mercy, contrasting with the uprooting action in Jeremiah 10:18.
1 Chronicles 16:34: O give thanks unto the LORD; for [he is] good; for his mercy [endureth] for ever.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6
Advises trust in the Lord for guidance, contrasting with the chaos and upheaval described in Jeremiah 10:18.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2
Proclaims God's presence during trials, which contradicts the imminent trouble in Jeremiah 10:18.
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.
Paradox #1
Some people might point out a possible contradiction between Jeremiah 10:18 and other parts of the Bible that speak about God’s protection and care for his people. While this verse talks about God causing distress to the inhabitants of the land, other scriptures emphasize God's love and safeguarding promises. The tension arises when trying to reconcile how a loving God can also bring about hardship as part of His plan. This can challenge our understanding of God's nature and ways.