Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
These verses speak of being troubled but not distressed, perplexed but not in despair, persecuted but not forsaken, cast down but not destroyed, which is in contrast to the overwhelming despair in Psalms 88:4.
2 Corinthians 4:8-9: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]
Contradiction with Romans 8:37
This verse declares "we are more than conquerors through him that loved us," contradicting the sense of defeat and despair found in Psalms 88:4.
Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
This verse states, "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me," offering a sense of strength and empowerment contrary to the feeling of weakness in Psalms 88:4.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31
This verse promises renewed strength and rising up with wings as eagles, a hopeful contrast to the helplessness expressed in Psalms 88:4.
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]
Contradiction with John 16:33
Jesus says, "In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world," providing assurance and hope against the hopelessness in Psalms 88:4.
John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.