Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21
This verse states that a wicked person who turns from their sins shall live, contradicting the fate of transgressors in Psalms 37:38.
Ezekiel 18:21: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Contradiction with Matthew 9:13
This verse emphasizes mercy over sacrifice, suggesting forgiveness for sinners, which contrasts with Psalms 37:38's finality for transgressors.
Matthew 9:13: But go ye and learn what [that] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
Contradiction with Luke 15:7
This verse speaks of joy in heaven over one sinner who repents, implying redemption for transgressors, opposing the message in Psalms 37:38.
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 2 Peter 3:9
This verse emphasizes God's patience and desire for all to come to repentance, contrary to the destruction of transgressors in Psalms 37:38.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
This verse invites the wicked to forsake their ways and offers them mercy, in opposition to the condemnation in Psalms 37:38.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Contradiction with John 3:17
This verse highlights that Jesus came to save the world, not condemn it, which differs from the fate described in Psalms 37:38.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict might arise if someone believes in a forgiving or redemptive philosophy. This verse implies the wicked will be destroyed, which conflicts with the idea that everyone deserves a chance for redemption or transformation. Some people might see this as inconsistent with teachings about love and forgiveness.