Contradiction with Psalm 91:7
While Jeremiah 42:16 warns of death by sword and famine, Psalm 91:7 promises protection from such disasters, assuring that they shall not come near.
Psalm 91:7: A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; [but] it shall not come nigh thee.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Jeremiah 42:16 warns of fear and destruction, but Isaiah 41:10 provides reassurance and promises God's strength, help, and upholding.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-33
Jeremiah 42:16 speaks of hunger, but Matthew 6:31-33 assures God will provide for needs if one seeks His kingdom first.
Matthew 6:31-33: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
Jeremiah 42:16 foretells fear, but 2 Timothy 1:7 states God has given a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind instead of fear.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Contradiction with John 16:33
Jeremiah 42:16 prophesies tribulation, but John 16:33 offers peace and encouragement, asserting that Jesus has overcome the world.
John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.