Contradiction with James 1:17
James 1:17 states that God does not change, whereas Malachi 3:7 suggests that the people's actions towards God have changed, implying that God's expectations or reactions might change based on their behavior.
James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:8
Hebrews 13:8 indicates that Jesus Christ is the same forever, suggesting immutability, which contrasts with the implication in Malachi 3:7 that people's return to God could influence a change in their circumstances.
Hebrews 13:8: Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:29
This verse emphasizes God's unchangeability, expressing that God does not lie or repent, contrasting with Malachi 3:7 where there's an expectation that returning to God will alter His stance or actions.
1 Samuel 15:29: And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for he [is] not a man, that he should repent. [Strength: or, Eternity, or, Victory]
Contradiction with Numbers 23:19
It states that God does not lie or repent, differing from Malachi 3:7 which implies that returning to divine commandments can change the fate of the people.
Numbers 23:19: God [is] not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do [it]? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?
Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:23-24
These verses imply continual disobedience despite God's call to obey, conflicting with Malachi 3:7's call suggesting that returning to God will result in a positive change.
Jeremiah 7:23-24: But this thing commanded I them, saying, Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall be my people: and walk ye in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well unto you.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:6-7
Imply that seeking the Lord and forsaking wicked ways will lead to mercy, contrasting with Malachi 3:7's notion that straying necessitates returning for change in God's disposition.
Isaiah 55:6-7: Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:18-20
Suggests reasoning together for sins to be cleansed, implying potential change in relationship akin to Malachi 3:7 yet seeming to entail a negotiation rather than mere return.
Isaiah 1:18-20: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.
Paradox #1
Malachi 3:7 talks about returning to God and following His commands for blessings. A potential contradiction might arise if it's interpreted as implying that human actions alone can earn favor with God, which could conflict with beliefs emphasizing grace and faith over works. However, many see this as complementary rather than contradictory, integrating both actions and faith.
Paradox #2
Malachi 3:7 talks about returning to God and following His commands. A possible contradiction might arise when people interpret this verse as emphasizing that humans can earn God's favor through their actions, while other parts of the Bible teach that salvation and favor are gifts of grace, not based on human deeds. This could seem inconsistent with the idea that faith and grace, rather than works, are what restore the relationship with God.