Contradiction with Psalms 27:14
Encourages waiting on the Lord, suggesting patience rather than urgent help.
Psalms 27:14: Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
Claims that all things work together for good, implying a different perspective on suffering.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
States God will never leave nor forsake, contrasting the plea for not being cast off.
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 Isaiah 41:10
Assures divine presence and strength, contradicting the feeling of abandonment.
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 2 Corinthians 12:9
Emphasizes grace being sufficient, differing from seeking immediate 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.