Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse suggests that a person is justified by works, contradicting Joshua 22:22's emphasis on the Lord knowing heart intentions, implying faith is key.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
Jesus states that not everyone who acknowledges Him will enter the kingdom, which contrasts with the notion in Joshua 22:22 that a mere declaration or acknowledgment of God's presence suffices.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
This verse states that the Lord looks on the heart, aligning with Joshua 22:22 in intent but emphasizing that human judgment based on actions can be flawed.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Romans 2:13
It states that the doers of the law will be justified, contrasting with Joshua 22:22's emphasis on God knowing intentions rather than just actions.
Romans 2:13: (For not the hearers of the law [are] just before God, but the doers of the law shall be justified.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:2
This verse mentions that all a person's ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the Lord, contradicting the idea that asserting innocence is enough, as in Joshua 22:22.
Proverbs 16:2: All the ways of a man [are] clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits.