Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trusting in the LORD with all your heart and not relying on your own understanding, whereas Jeremiah 38:7 involves Ebed-melech taking action based on his understanding of Jeremiah's predicament.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
This verse instructs to be subject to governing authorities, while in Jeremiah 38:7, Ebed-melech intervenes against the actions of the officials holding Jeremiah.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
This verse advises turning the other cheek and not resisting an evil person, but in Jeremiah 38:7, Ebed-melech actively resists the officials by advocating for Jeremiah.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
This verse instructs submission to authority for the Lord's sake, contrary to Ebed-melech's actions in Jeremiah 38:7 where he challenges the officials' decision.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;