Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9
Contradicts by emphasizing God's strength being made perfect in weakness, while Psalms 18:16 shows physical deliverance.
2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
Suggests God will never leave or forsake, contradicting with the notion of needing rescue.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 16:25
Implies losing life for Jesus' sake is saving it, whereas Psalms 18:16 focuses on divine rescue.
Matthew 16:25: For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.
Contradiction with James 1:2-3
Encourages joy through trials, contradicting the plea for deliverance found in Psalms 18:16.
James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with John 16:33
States you will have trouble and peace, contrasting the direct rescue depicted in Psalms 18:16.
John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.