Contradiction with Psalm 37:4
This verse suggests that delighting in the Lord brings desires of the heart, implying a positive relationship rather than questioning service for reward as in Job 1:9.
Psalm 37:4: Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:18
This verse says the wicked earns deceptive wages, but the one who sows righteousness will be rewarded, suggesting a direct reward for righteousness which contrasts Satan's implication that Job serves God only for gain.
Proverbs 11:18: The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness [shall be] a sure reward.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:10
This verse states that God rewards each person according to their conduct, implying a direct relationship between righteous behavior and divine reward, contradicting the implication that service is for selfish gain in Job 1:9.
Jeremiah 17:10: I the LORD search the heart, [I] try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, [and] according to the fruit of his doings.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:33
This verse emphasizes seeking the kingdom of God first and says all things will be added, suggesting a service to God that is not based on immediate personal gain.
Matthew 6:33: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
This verse declares that all things work together for good for those who love God, which provides a perspective of inherent good resulting from devotion to God, contrasting with the challenge of self-interest in Job 1:9.
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.
Paradox #1
The verse suggests a situation where devotion and faithfulness might be questioned based on reward. The moral conflict arises from the implication that faith may be conditional rather than genuine.