Contradiction with Matthew 5:45
This verse suggests that both good and evil happen to everyone, contradicting the protection implied in Psalms 91:5.
Matthew 5:45: That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:12
This verse states that all who live a godly life will face persecution, contradicting the assurance of fearlessness in Psalms 91:5.
2 Timothy 3:12: Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Contradiction with Job 14:1
This verse highlights that life is full of trouble, which contradicts the promise of protection in Psalms 91:5.
Job 14:1: Man [that is] born of a woman [is] of few days, and full of trouble. [few...: Heb. short of days]
Contradiction with John 16:33
This verse implies that believers will face tribulation, contradicting the guarantee of safety from fear in Psalms 91:5.
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.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:12
This verse acknowledges the presence of fiery trials in a believer's life, which contradicts the fearlessness promised in Psalms 91:5.
1 Peter 4:12: Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea of being protected from fear or harm, which could lead some to question why bad things happen even to faithful believers. If people rely on this promise of protection, it might cause confusion or doubt when they face dangerous or challenging situations despite their faith.