Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trusting in the Lord completely, in contrast to the lack of faith described in Psalms 78:22.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 21:22
This verse suggests that all things asked in prayer with faith will be received, opposing the disbelief in the power of God in Psalms 78:22.
Matthew 21:22: And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:6
This emphasizes that it's impossible to please God without faith, contradicting the lack of belief mentioned in Psalms 78:22.
Hebrews 11:6: But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Contradiction with Mark 9:23
This asserts that all things are possible to those who believe, which conflicts with the doubt and unbelief in Psalms 78:22.
Mark 9:23: Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things [are] possible to him that believeth.
Contradiction with John 14:1
Instructs believers to not let their hearts be troubled and to believe in God, opposing the disbelief in Psalms 78:22.
John 14:1: Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.
Contradiction with James 1:6
Encourages asking in faith without doubting, which contrasts with the lack of faith in Psalms 78:22.
James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
Contradiction with Romans 10:17
States that faith comes by hearing the word of God, contrasting the disbelief in God's word noted in Psalms 78:22.
Romans 10:17: So then faith [cometh] by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Paradox #1
Psalms 78:22 talks about not having faith in God or trusting in His salvation. A potential theological conflict could arise with teachings that emphasize God's omnipotence and unwavering support for His people. If God is all-powerful and always helps, then the lack of faith might seem unnecessary or contradictory. However, this verse could be interpreted as a reminder of human tendency to doubt, highlighting the importance of trust in God.
Paradox #2
Psalms 78:22 talks about trust and faith in God. A possible contradiction or inconsistency might be that it highlights a lack of faith, while other parts of the Bible emphasize God's understanding and forgiveness of human doubts. This could seem conflicting as some verses stress God's patience with people's weaknesses, whereas this passage points out their disbelief as a significant fault.
Paradox #3
This verse points out a contradiction where people did not trust God even after experiencing His power and guidance. The moral conflict here is between faith and doubt—people struggled to maintain their faith despite witnessing divine intervention, which highlights the human tendency to doubt even in the face of evidence.