Contradiction with Psalm 91:10
This verse states that no evil shall befall the believer, contrasting with Job 33:18, which implies the potential for harm and preservation from going to the pit.
Psalm 91:10: There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 8:12
It implies that those who fear God will experience well-being, whereas Job 33:18 suggests a scenario of being rescued from near destruction.
Ecclesiastes 8:12: Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his [days] be prolonged, yet surely I know that it shall be well with them that fear God, which fear before him:
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
It states that all things work together for good for those who love God, contrasting with the implication of Job 33:18 that adverse events may occur, requiring saving.
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 Proverbs 19:23
This verse indicates that fear of the Lord leads to safety and satisfaction, differing from the perilous situation described in Job 33:18.
Proverbs 19:23: The fear of the LORD [tendeth] to life: and [he that hath it] shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction in Job 33:18 is the idea of divine intervention in preventing death. Some may see a conflict in the notion of a benevolent deity who selectively saves some from death while allowing others to die, raising questions about fairness and the reasons behind such divine decisions.