Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse offers comfort and assurance of God's presence and strength, while Job 18:20 suggests dread and astonishment at destruction.
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 Romans 8:28
This verse speaks of all things working together for good for those who love God, contrary to the calamity and terror described in Job 18:20.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Contradiction with Psalm 23:4
This verse expresses fearlessness and comfort even in the darkest situations, which contradicts the fear and horror highlighted in Job 18:20.
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.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse promises a hopeful future and peace, which stands in stark contrast to the desolation and horror found in Job 18:20.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with John 14:27
This verse offers peace and not fear, directly opposing the fear and astonishment in Job 18:20.
John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.