Contradiction with Deuteronomy 18:18-19
God commands that He will put His words in the mouth of a prophet, reinforcing the role of prophets rather than contradicting it.
Deuteronomy 18:18-19: I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and will put my words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 22:14
A prophet (Micaiah) insists on saying only what the Lord tells him, implying trust in divinely inspired prophets.
1 Kings 22:14: And Micaiah said, [As] the LORD liveth, what the LORD saith unto me, that will I speak.
Contradiction with Amos 3:7
Emphasizes that God reveals His secrets to His prophets, suggesting a positive role for prophets rather than a warning against them.
Amos 3:7: Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 1:21
States that prophecy comes not by human will but from God, as men speak from God when moved by the Holy Ghost.
2 Peter 1:21: For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake [as they were] moved by the Holy Ghost. [in old time: or, at any time]
Contradiction with Hebrews 1:1
Acknowledges that God spoke to the fathers by the prophets, suggesting a divine and authoritative origin of prophetic messages.
Hebrews 1:1: God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets,
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 23:31 warns against false prophets who claim to speak in God's name. A possible doctrinal inconsistency could arise when considering other biblical passages that emphasize God using prophets to communicate His message. The challenge is differentiating between true and false prophets, as both claim divine authority. This can create tension for believers when discerning whom to trust as God's true messengers.
Paradox #2
Jeremiah 23:31 could present a contradiction or inconsistency if it is interpreted in a way that contradicts the broader Bible messages about communication and prophecy. The verse might be seen as conflicting with the idea of divine inspiration or the role of prophecy if it discourages people from speaking or sharing divine messages, creating confusion about when or how prophets should convey God's word. This conflict arises if the verse is misinterpreted out of the context of its warning against false prophets.