Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 89:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 89:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 89:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, God spoke in a dream to a special person, saying that He has given power and strength to a strong and important person chosen from the people. This means God chose someone really special to help and lead the people.

Psalms 89:19: Then thou spakest in vision to thy holy one, and saidst, I have laid help upon [one that is] mighty; I have exalted [one] chosen out of the people.

Contradiction with John 16:13

Whereas Psalms 89:19 suggests divine revelation through visions to His Holy One, John 16:13 speaks of the Spirit of truth guiding into all truth, indicating a different mode of divine communication.

John 16:13: Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, [that] shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.

Contradiction with Romans 11:29

While Psalms 89:19 refers to a chosen individual for a specific purpose, Romans 11:29 emphasizes the irrevocable nature of God's gifts and calling, implying a broader, unchanging application.

Romans 11:29: For the gifts and calling of God [are] without repentance.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Psalms 89:19 speaks of a chosen strong one, whereas Proverbs 3:5 advises trusting in the Lord rather than one's own strength or understanding.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse emphasizes that the Lord looks at the heart rather than outward appearances, presenting a contrast to the notion of choosing a mighty one based on apparent strength as suggested in Psalms 89:19.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:27

This passage indicates that God chooses the foolish and weak things of the world to shame the wise and strong, which contrasts with choosing a "mighty" or "strong" one as mentioned in Psalms 89:19.

1 Corinthians 1:27: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;
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