Contradiction with Psalm 23:6
This verse speaks of goodness and mercy following one throughout life, which contrasts with Job's belief that he will no longer see good.
Psalm 23:6: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. [for ever: Heb. to length of days]
Contradiction with Psalm 27:13
This verse expresses confidence in seeing the goodness of the Lord, which contradicts Job's feeling of hopelessness.
Psalm 27:13: [I had fainted], unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
Suggests that all things work together for good to those who love God, contrasting Job's belief of not seeing good.
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 Isaiah 40:31
This verse talks about those who hope in the Lord renewing their strength, opposing Job's despair about his life's temporary nature.
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Indicates that God has plans to prosper and not harm, which goes against Job's expression of not seeing good.
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 Philippians 1:6
Speaks of confidence that God will complete a good work in someone's life, whereas Job doubts seeing good.
Philippians 1:6: Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform [it] until the day of Jesus Christ: [perform: or, finish]
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:17-18
Talks about temporary troubles achieving eternal glory, which contrasts with Job's feeling of no future goodness.
2 Corinthians 4:17-18: For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding [and] eternal weight of glory;
Contradiction with Psalm 30:5
Emphasizes joy coming in the morning, contradicting Job’s view of constant absence of good.
Psalm 30:5: For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning. [his anger...: Heb. there is but a moment in his anger] [for a night: Heb. in the evening] [joy: Heb. singing]
Paradox #1
The verse from Job 7:7 reflects Job's expression of despair and the fleeting nature of life. Some might find a contradiction or inconsistency with biblical teachings that emphasize hope, eternal life, or God's unchanging promises. However, understanding the context of Job's suffering and his emotional state can reconcile this perception, as it portrays a human expression of anguish rather than a doctrinal statement.