Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 38:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 38:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 38:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Psalms, God knows all our wants and needs, even the things we feel sad or worried about that we don't say out loud. God sees everything in our hearts, so nothing is hidden from Him.

Psalms 38:9: Lord, all my desire [is] before thee; and my groaning is not hid from thee.

Contradiction with 1 John 3:20

Contradicts by stating God knows everything already, whereas Psalms 38:9 speaks of making desires known to God.

1 John 3:20: For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:8

Contradicts by saying your Father knows your needs before you ask, whereas Psalms 38:9 indicates a need to make desires known.

Matthew 6:8: Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.

Contradiction with Isaiah 65:24

Suggests God answers before they call, contrasting with Psalms 38:9, where desires are expressed.

Isaiah 65:24: And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.
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