Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse explains that God will uphold and strengthen, implying a constant presence, contrasting Psalms 38:22 which is a plea for God not to forsake.
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 Hebrews 13:5
This verse promises that God will never leave nor forsake, which contradicts the plea in Psalms 38:22 where the speaker asks God not to abandon them.
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 28:20
Jesus promises to be with believers always, which contradicts the request in Psalms 38:22 for God not to be distant or absent.
Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6
This verse encourages strength and courage, assuring God's unending presence, in contrast to the plea in Psalms 38:22.
Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.