Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
This verse emphasizes that God takes no pleasure in the death of anyone, whereas Jeremiah 31:28 includes both the building up and destruction of nations.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 18:7-8
Here, God speaks of relenting from bringing disaster if a nation repents, which contrasts with the certainty of plucking up and breaking down in Jeremiah 31:28.
Jeremiah 18:7-8: [At what] instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy [it];
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:10
This verse conveys the notion of God's steadfast kindness and peace, which contradicts the destructive aspect mentioned in Jeremiah 31:28.
Isaiah 54:10: For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee.
Contradiction with Joel 2:13
Suggests God's reluctance to punish and willingness to forgive, contrasting with the idea of God watching over to destroy in Jeremiah 31:28.
Joel 2:13: And rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the LORD your God: for he [is] gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repenteth him of the evil.
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:33
Indicates that God does not willingly bring affliction, which conflicts with the intention to watch over for harm in Jeremiah 31:28.
Lamentations 3:33: For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men. [willingly: Heb. from his heart]
Contradiction with Micah 7:18
Highlights God's delight in mercy rather than anger, presenting a contrast to the destructive actions described in Jeremiah 31:28.
Micah 7:18: Who [is] a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth [in] mercy.
Contradiction with James 1:13
States God does not tempt or cause sin, differing from the proactive role in destruction shown in Jeremiah 31:28.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction with that verse might arise from differing interpretations of God's nature. Some people could see a conflict between the themes of punishment and restoration found in that verse and other biblical teachings about God's unchanging love and mercy. While the verse discusses both tearing down and building up, some might argue that this duality could be seen as inconsistent with an image of a consistently loving and forgiving deity. However, these interpretations depend on broader theological perspectives.