Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
This verse states "God is love," suggesting that God's nature is fundamentally loving, whereas Joel 2:11 describes a day of destruction led by God's army.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with James 1:13
It states that God does not tempt anyone with evil, which contrasts with God commanding an army for destruction as mentioned in Joel 2:11.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse highlights God's patience and desire that no one should perish, contradicting the image of God leading an army for devastation.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
Encourages the wicked to forsake their ways and turn to God for mercy, which contrasts with the merciless nature of the day described in Joel 2:11.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
Describes the blessedness of peacemakers as children of God, contradicting the portrayal of God leading an army in Joel 2:11.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11
Expresses that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, which contradicts the destructive intent described in Joel 2:11.
Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?
Contradiction with Psalm 145:9
Declares that God is good to all and has mercy over all his works, which seems to conflict with the judgment pronounced in Joel 2:11.
Psalm 145:9: The LORD [is] good to all: and his tender mercies [are] over all his works.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Speaks of God's plans to prosper and not harm, offering hope, which can contradict the image of destruction in Joel 2:11.
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 Matthew 11:28
Jesus invites the weary to find rest in him, contrasting with the turmoil described in Joel 2:11.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with John 3:17
States that God sent His Son not to condemn the world, but to save it, contrasting with the destruction in Joel 2:11.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction or conflict in the idea that God, who is often perceived as loving and merciful, is leading an army or bringing about destruction. This can seem at odds with the image of a compassionate deity, raising questions about the nature of God's justice and the balance between mercy and judgment. However, interpretations vary widely and many see it as an expression of God's power and sovereignty, emphasizing the importance of repentance and the consequences of turning away from divine guidance.