Contradiction with Proverbs 24:10
While Psalm 118:13 speaks of being pushed to the brink, Proverbs 24:10 suggests that faltering under pressure indicates a lack of strength.
Proverbs 24:10: [If] thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength [is] small. [small: Heb. narrow]
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
Psalm 118:13 implies a moment of weakness, whereas Philippians 4:13 speaks of empowerment through Christ.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6
Where Psalm 118:13 acknowledges being hard-pressed, Deuteronomy 31:6 encourages bravery and assures God's presence, contradicting any insinuation of distress without support.
Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:10
Whereas Psalm 118:13 deals with the struggle, 2 Corinthians 12:10 presents a paradox by finding strength in weakness and hardships.
2 Corinthians 12:10: Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse contrasts with the adversarial push described in Psalm 118:13 by providing a reassurance of God's support and strength in all adversities.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.