Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all your heart and not relying on one's own understanding, seemingly contradicting the idea that God rejects deceitful ways.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
This verse suggests that all things work together for good to those who love God, which can be seen as contradictory to the idea of God disregarding those who err.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:7
This verse extols the virtue of mercy, which might contradict the idea of God punishing those who err.
Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
Contradiction with Luke 15:7
This verse speaks about joy in heaven over one sinner that repents, which could be seen as contradictory to the idea of being rejected for erring from God's statutes.
Luke 15:7: I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
This verse encourages confession and forgiveness, contradicting the notion of God rejecting someone outright for straying from His statutes.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Paradox #1
Psalms 119:118 may present a potential contradiction or inconsistency by suggesting divine judgment on those who stray from certain teachings. This raises questions about fairness and understanding in dealing with human shortcomings and the complexity of individual beliefs. It could be seen as conflicting with themes of forgiveness and compassion found elsewhere in religious texts.