Contradiction with Psalms 27:1
Contradicts Psalms 143:4 as it expresses confidence and fearlessness, whereas Psalms 143:4 speaks of a spirit overwhelmed with despair.
Psalms 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Contradiction with John 14:27
Offers peace and a heart untroubled and unafraid, in contrast to the overwhelmed and distressed spirit in Psalms 143:4.
John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7
Advises against anxiety by presenting prayer and peace, conflicting with the troubled state described in Psalms 143:4.
Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Encourages not to fear or be dismayed, contradicting the feeling of being overwhelmed as described in Psalms 143:4.
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.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
States that God has given a spirit of power, love, and sound mind, opposing the description of a troubled spirit in Psalms 143:4.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.