Contradiction with Romans 11:29
Explain how this verse contradicts with Jeremiah 25:8.
Romans 11:29: For the gifts and calling of God [are] without repentance.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11
Explain how this verse contradicts with Jeremiah 25:8.
Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
Explain how this verse contradicts with Jeremiah 25:8.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
Explain how this verse contradicts with Jeremiah 25:8.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in the message of Jeremiah 25:8 could be seen in the idea of divine punishment. It might be viewed as conflicting for a loving and merciful God to bring about harsh punishment or destruction to people. Some might struggle to reconcile the idea of a caring deity with actions that seem severe or unkind.