Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
Describes life events as being subject to time and chance, which can contradict the idea of a steadfast refuge.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Contradiction with Job 21:7-9
States that the wicked can live securely, appear strong, and are often free from fear, contrasting with turning to God as a refuge.
Job 21:7-9: Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, yea, are mighty in power?
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:18
Reflects a feeling of loss of hope and strength in God, which contradicts the notion of God as a refuge and defense.
Lamentations 3:18: And I said, My strength and my hope is perished from the LORD:
Contradiction with Psalm 73:12
Observes that the wicked are often at ease and increase in riches, seeming to undermine the faith in God as a refuge from injustice.
Psalm 73:12: Behold, these [are] the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase [in] riches.
Contradiction with Habakkuk 1:2-4
Expresses frustration at the prevalence of injustice and God's perceived inaction, challenging the idea of God being a present refuge.
Habakkuk 1:2-4: O LORD, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! [even] cry out unto thee [of] violence, and thou wilt not save!
Contradiction with Psalm 89:46-48
Questions God’s absence and delay, contrasting with the immediate support implied in Psalms 94:22.
Psalm 89:46-48: How long, LORD? wilt thou hide thyself for ever? shall thy wrath burn like fire?