Contradiction with Proverbs 15:29
This verse states, "The Lord is far from the wicked," which contradicts Psalms 18:41 where it implies that God listens to the cries of the righteous, not answering the wicked.
Proverbs 15:29: The LORD [is] far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
Contradiction with 1 John 5:14
This verse states that if we ask anything according to God's will, He hears us. It suggests that God's response is contingent on His will, which contrasts with the idea in Psalms 18:41 of God not answering even when the wicked cry out.
1 John 5:14: And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: [in: or, concerning]
Contradiction with Isaiah 59:2
This verse states that iniquities separate individuals from God, implying that God does not hear those who sin, while Psalms 18:41 hints at a divine silence in response to cries for help.
Isaiah 59:2: But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid [his] face from you, that he will not hear. [have hid: or, have made him hide]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:7
This verse encourages everyone to ask, seek, and knock with the promise of receiving, finding, and having doors opened, which contrasts with Psalms 18:41 where cries for help go unanswered.
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction with Psalms 18:41 could be the idea that God does not answer the cries of those who do not follow Him or are not regarded by Him. This might conflict with the broader biblical themes of God's mercy and willingness to hear and respond to all people who seek Him, regardless of their past actions.
Paradox #2
Psalm 18:41 could be seen as morally conflicting because it describes a situation where those who call for help do not receive an answer. This could raise questions about the fairness or compassion of divine justice, as it implies that some people's pleas might go unheard or unanswered, possibly suggesting perceived inconsistency in divine responsiveness.