Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse says, "Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD," which contradicts Psalms 86:16 where the speaker calls for God's mercy and help, emphasizing trust in God rather than cursing reliance on man.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs, "But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you," contradicting the plea for mercy and deliverance from enemies expressed in Psalms 86:16.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Proverbs 28:26
This verse states, "He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered," which opposes the confident plea for divine intervention in Psalms 86:16, suggesting self-reliance as foolishness.
Proverbs 28:26: He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse reads, "Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only," contrasting with Psalms 86:16's theme where the emphasis is more on receiving divine help, highlighting faith and mercy rather than actions.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.