Contradiction with James 1:8
This verse states that a double-minded man is unstable in all his ways, contradicting Psalms 78:37 which suggests that despite the Israelites' unfaithfulness, they are still part of God's chosen people.
James 1:8: A double minded man [is] unstable in all his ways.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:24
This verse declares that one cannot serve two masters, contrasting with Psalms 78:37 where the Israelites' hearts are not steadfast, yet they remain under God's grace.
Matthew 6:24: No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6
These verses urge trust in the Lord with all your heart and not to rely on your own understanding, which contradicts Psalms 78:37's portrayal of the Israelites' unreliable hearts.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:9
This verse describes the heart as deceitful and desperately wicked, contradicting Psalms 78:37 which highlights the Israelites' unfaithfulness but continues God's relationship with them.
Jeremiah 17:9: The heart [is] deceitful above all [things], and desperately wicked: who can know it?
Contradiction with 1 Kings 18:21
Here, Elijah questions how long people will waver between two opinions, challenging the attitude seen in Psalms 78:37 where the Israelites do not remain faithful in heart yet are part of God's people.
1 Kings 18:21: And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD [be] God, follow him: but if Baal, [then] follow him. And the people answered him not a word. [opinions: or, thoughts]
Contradiction with Revelation 3:16
This verse warns against being lukewarm, contrasting with Psalms 78:37 that acknowledges the Israelites' half-heartedness but does not lead to their rejection by God.
Revelation 3:16: So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.
Contradiction with Matthew 15:8
This verse criticizes those who honor God with their lips while their hearts are far from Him, providing a contrast to Psalms 78:37 which illustrates inconsistency in devotion yet still involves God's covenant.
Matthew 15:8: This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with [their] lips; but their heart is far from me.