Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:16
This verse warns against prophets who speak visions from their own minds rather than from God, which could contradict the idea of God pouring out His Spirit on all people to prophesy.
Jeremiah 23:16: Thus saith the LORD of hosts, Hearken not unto the words of the prophets that prophesy unto you: they make you vain: they speak a vision of their own heart, [and] not out of the mouth of the LORD.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:34-35
These verses instruct women to remain silent in churches, which could contradict the implication of Joel 2:28 that sons and daughters both shall prophesy.
1 Corinthians 14:34-35: Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded] to be under obedience, as also saith the law.
Contradiction with Numbers 12:6-8
These verses describe God speaking to prophets in visions and dreams, but they also highlight the unique relationship God had with Moses, which could imply a more exclusive distribution of prophetic experiences.
Numbers 12:6-8: And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, [I] the LORD will make myself known unto him in a vision, [and] will speak unto him in a dream.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:8
This verse suggests that prophecies will cease, contrasting with the notion in Joel 2:28 of a future outpouring of prophetic spirit.
1 Corinthians 13:8: Charity never faileth: but whether [there be] prophecies, they shall fail; whether [there be] tongues, they shall cease; whether [there be] knowledge, it shall vanish away. [fail: Gr. vanish away]
Contradiction with Amos 3:7
This verse states that God reveals His secret to His prophets, implying a select group, which could contradict the universal gifting mentioned in Joel 2:28.
Amos 3:7: Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction in "Joel 2:28" if they compare it to biblical passages that suggest prophecy or receiving messages from God is limited to certain individuals, like prophets. This verse, however, speaks about God's spirit being given to all people, which might seem inconsistent with the idea that only specific people have the gift of prophecy. This could raise questions about who can receive and deliver messages from God.
Paradox #2
Joel 2:28 talks about God pouring out His spirit on all people, leading to prophesying and visions. A potential doctrinal conflict might arise regarding who can receive spiritual gifts. Some traditions believe that such gifts were limited to apostolic times or special individuals, while this verse suggests a more widespread distribution, which could contradict those views.