Contradiction with Psalm 138:7
While Job 16:7 speaks of being worn out and oppressed, Psalm 138:7 speaks of God preserving and reviving the speaker in the midst of trouble.
Psalm 138:7: Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:29
Job 16:7 highlights weakness and fatigue, whereas Isaiah 40:29 emphasizes God giving power and strength to the weak.
Isaiah 40:29: He giveth power to the faint; and to [them that have] no might he increaseth strength.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9
Job 16:7 reflects a feeling of being overwhelmed, but 2 Corinthians 12:9 highlights God's grace being sufficient and His power made perfect in weakness.
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 Psalm 46:1
Job 16:7 expresses exhaustion, while Psalm 46:1 describes God as a refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
Job 16:7 conveys a sense of burden, yet Matthew 11:28 invites the weary to come to Jesus for rest.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
Job 16:7 indicates depletion, while Philippians 4:13 declares the ability to do all things through Christ who strengthens.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Job 16:7 suggests abandonment, but Isaiah 41:10 assures that God is with you, strengthening and helping.
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 Psalm 23:4
Job 16:7 implies distress and weariness, whereas Psalm 23:4 provides comfort through God's presence even in the valley of the shadow of death.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Paradox #1
Job 16:7 might seem to imply that God has actively harmed Job, which could contradict the understanding that God is just and loving. This can confuse readers who struggle to reconcile God's goodness with the suffering Job experiences. However, it is important to consider the context of Job's emotional state and his expressions of pain rather than taking it as a direct theological statement.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction or conflict in this verse could be the portrayal of God as someone who causes suffering. This might seem inconsistent with the idea of a loving and just deity, leading to questions about why a benevolent God would allow or cause such hardship for a faithful person.