Contradiction with Matthew 7:15
Jeremiah 23:35 advises people to inquire and speak truthfully about God's message, whereas Matthew 7:15 warns about false prophets who come in disguise, leading people astray, thus presenting a contradiction in discernment.
Matthew 7:15: Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
Jeremiah 23:35 encourages looking for the true word from God, while 1 Corinthians 14:33 states that God is not the author of confusion, implying that God's message should inherently be clear, not requiring questioning or seeking clarification.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 4:3-4
Jeremiah 23:35 suggests diligent seeking of God’s word, whereas 2 Timothy 4:3-4 warns of a time when people will not endure sound doctrine and will turn to myths, hinting that inquiry can lead away from truth.
2 Timothy 4:3-4: For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;
Contradiction with Isaiah 30:10
Jeremiah 23:35 reassures of seeking God's truthful message, but Isaiah 30:10 highlights people’s desires to hear pleasant things and deceit, contradicting the genuine pursuit of truth advised in Jeremiah.
Isaiah 30:10: Which say to the seers, See not; and to the prophets, Prophesy not unto us right things, speak unto us smooth things, prophesy deceits:
Contradiction with James 1:6-8
Jeremiah 23:35 implies the need for persistent questioning for understanding, whereas James 1:6-8 warns that a person who doubts and wavers is double-minded and unstable, creating a contradiction when questioning is necessary.
James 1:6-8: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.