Contradiction with Psalm 34:5
This verse states that looking unto God can bring radiance and remove shame, which contradicts Job 17:7 where Job's countenance is dim due to suffering.
Psalm 34:5: They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed. [were lightened: or, they flowed unto him]
Contradiction with Psalm 119:105
This verse describes God's word as a lamp and light, providing guidance, contrasting with Job 17:7 where Job's path seems dark.
Psalm 119:105: NUN. Thy word [is] a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. [lamp: or, candle]
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31
This verse promises renewed strength for those who trust in the Lord, conflicting with Job 17:7 where Job’s strength appears to be failing.
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:16
This verse suggests that while the outer self may waste away, the inner self is renewed, opposing Job 17:7's sense of deteriorating spirit.
2 Corinthians 4:16: For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward [man] is renewed day by day.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
This verse affirms that strength comes from Christ, opposing Job 17:7 where Job feels weak and dispirited.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Psalm 73:26
This verse declares God as the strength of the heart and portion forever, contrasting Job 17:7 where Job laments his frailty.
Psalm 73:26: My flesh and my heart faileth: [but] God [is] the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. [strength: Heb. rock]
Contradiction with James 1:2-4
This passage encourages finding joy in trials for steadfastness, which contradicts the despair expressed in Job 17:7.
James 1:2-4: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with Nehemiah 8:10
This verse claims that the joy of the Lord is strength, opposing the idea of diminished strength as expressed in Job 17:7.
Nehemiah 8:10: Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for [this] day [is] holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.
Contradiction with Isaiah 35:3-4
These verses encourage strengthening feeble hands and knees, offering hope unlike the hopeless depiction in Job 17:7.
Isaiah 35:3-4: Strengthen ye the weak hands, and confirm the feeble knees.