Contradiction with Proverbs 13:12
While Job 6:20 speaks of disappointment, Proverbs 13:12 suggests that hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life, implying that fulfillment can follow disappointment.
Proverbs 13:12: Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but [when] the desire cometh, [it is] a tree of life.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Contradicts Job 6:20 by promising that God has plans for prosperity and hope, whereas Job experiences despair.
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 Romans 5:5
States that hope does not disappoint because God's love is poured out, contrasting Job's expressed disappointment and hopelessness.
Romans 5:5: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.
Contradiction with Psalm 37:4
Encourages delight in the Lord who gives desires of the heart, opposite to Job's unmet expectations and disappointments.
Psalm 37:4: Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.