Contradiction with Psalm 145:18
Contradicts Job 21:15 by stating that the Lord is near to all who call upon Him, suggesting that calling on God has a purpose.
Psalm 145:18: The LORD [is] nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 33:3
Contradicts Job 21:15 by promising that God will answer and show great things when called upon, implying there is a benefit to serving God.
Jeremiah 33:3: Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. [mighty: or, hidden]
Contradiction with John 15:7
Contradicts Job 21:15 by indicating that those who abide in Jesus and His words will have their prayers answered, emphasizing the value of a relationship with God.
John 15:7: If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.
Contradiction with James 4:8
Contradicts Job 21:15 by asserting that drawing near to God will result in God drawing near to you, suggesting there is indeed something gained from seeking God.
James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:7
Contradicts Job 21:15 by assuring that asking, seeking, and knocking will result in receiving, finding, and opened doors, indicating that pursuing God is worthwhile.
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:6
Contradicts Job 21:15 by stating that God rewards those who diligently seek Him, implying a clear benefit to serving and seeking Him.
Hebrews 11:6: But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Paradox #1
The verse from Job 21:15 can present a contradiction regarding the question of why people should serve God if they don't see immediate benefits or rewards from doing so. This can conflict with other biblical teachings that emphasize faithfulness and trust in God regardless of immediate outcomes. The challenge is in reconciling human perceptions of justice and reward with the idea of enduring faith and the ultimate justice of God.
Paradox #2
Job 21:15 features a perspective where people question the value or need to serve God, reflecting skepticism or disbelief. This might seem to conflict with other parts of the Bible that emphasize faith, devotion, and the rewards of serving God. It presents a challenge by expressing doubt, while many other scriptures focus on the importance and benefits of faithfulness.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in Job 21:15 could be seen as questioning the value of serving or obeying God, which contrasts with other parts of the Bible that emphasize devotion and reverence to God as inherently valuable and necessary. This can create tension between skepticism about divine justice and the expected unwavering faithfulness to God.