Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3
While Joel 1:2 speaks of a disaster affecting all people, this verse predicts sudden destruction when people are saying "Peace and safety," implying a contrasting time of perceived peace before disaster strikes.
1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:10
Joel 1:2 talks about a generational disaster, whereas this verse expresses the unchanging nature of God's kindness, which will not be shaken.
Isaiah 54:10: For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Joel 1:2 highlights a catastrophe, yet this verse assures a hopeful future planned by God, contrasting the sense of devastation.
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 Psalm 30:5
Joel mentions prolonged distress, but this verse contrasts with the assurance that weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
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]
Contradiction with Revelation 21:4
While Joel 1:2 deals with earthly destruction, this verse promises an end to mourning and pain in the new creation, presenting a hopeful future resolution.
Revelation 21:4: And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.