Contradiction with Proverbs 21:13
While Lamentations 3:58 speaks of God pleading the cause of His people, this verse implies that ignoring the cries of the poor leads to being unheard by God.
Proverbs 21:13: Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.
Contradiction with Isaiah 59:2
Lamentations 3:58 highlights deliverance, whereas this verse suggests that iniquities separate individuals from God.
Isaiah 59:2: But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid [his] face from you, that he will not hear. [have hid: or, have made him hide]
Contradiction with James 1:6-7
Lamentations 3:58 indicates divine intervention, while these verses state that doubters should not expect to receive anything from God.
James 1:6-7: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 14:3
Lamentations 3:58 emphasizes divine advocacy, while this verse suggests that those with idols in their hearts can expect no response from God.
Ezekiel 14:3: Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their heart, and put the stumblingblock of their iniquity before their face: should I be enquired of at all by them?
Contradiction with Jeremiah 11:14
Lamentations 3:58 focuses on God’s support, while this verse tells Jeremiah not to pray for the people as God will not listen.
Jeremiah 11:14: Therefore pray not thou for this people, neither lift up a cry or prayer for them: for I will not hear [them] in the time that they cry unto me for their trouble. [trouble: Heb. evil]