Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
While Proverbs 21:5 emphasizes planning and diligence for success, Matthew 6:34 advises not to worry about the future and focus on each day as it comes, suggesting a less planned approach.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
Contradiction with James 4:13-15
Proverbs 21:5 promotes careful planning for prosperity, but James warns that making future plans without considering God's will can be presumptuous, highlighting the uncertainty of life.
James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Luke 12:19-20
Proverbs 21:5 supports planning for prosperity, yet this passage illustrates the futility of hoarding wealth without acknowledging the unpredictability of life and the importance of spiritual readiness.
Luke 12:19-20: And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, [and] be merry.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 8:7
Proverbs 21:5 encourages strategic planning, whereas Ecclesiastes points out human inability to know what lies ahead, thus questioning the effectiveness of planning.
Ecclesiastes 8:7: For he knoweth not that which shall be: for who can tell him when it shall be? [when...: or, how it shall be?]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Proverbs 21:5 focuses on human diligence and planning for success, but Jeremiah emphasizes that God's plans transcend human understanding and initiatives, which could be seen as prioritizing divine over personal plans.
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]