Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9
This verse indicates that God's strength is made perfect in weakness, contrasting with the promise of restoration and healing in Jeremiah 30:17.
2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Contradiction with Job 2:10
Job acknowledges acceptance of adversity from God, contrasting with the promise of healing in Jeremiah 30:17.
Job 2:10: But he said unto her, Thou speakest as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:12
This verse states that all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution, which contradicts the notion of restoration and peace in Jeremiah 30:17.
2 Timothy 3:12: Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:10
This verse indicates that those who are persecuted are blessed, which contrasts with the restoration and deliverance from pain promised in Jeremiah 30:17.
Matthew 5:10: Blessed [are] they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Contradiction with John 9:3
Jesus indicates suffering can be for the work of God, which contrasts with the promise of healing in Jeremiah 30:17.
John 9:3: Jesus answered, Neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents: but that the works of God should be made manifest in him.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:12-13
This verse encourages rejoicing in suffering, contrasting with the assurance of healing and restoration found in Jeremiah 30:17.
1 Peter 4:12-13: Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:
Contradiction with Matthew 10:21-22
These verses predict persecution and betrayal, contradicting the promise of healing and security in Jeremiah 30:17.
Matthew 10:21-22: And the brother shall deliver up the brother to death, and the father the child: and the children shall rise up against [their] parents, and cause them to be put to death.
Contradiction with Romans 8:18
This verse emphasizes present sufferings in light of future glory, contrasting with the immediate promise of restoration in Jeremiah 30:17.
Romans 8:18: For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time [are] not worthy [to be compared] with the glory which shall be revealed in us.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency for this verse could be seen if one considers other biblical themes that focus on forgiveness and turning the other cheek. While this verse promises restoration and healing, it might appear inconsistent with the notion that true peace comes from forgiveness and reconciliation, rather than retribution or exclusive favor. There can be a tension between justice and mercy, or between restoration for some and the fate of others.