Contradiction with Matthew 7:14
This verse suggests a difficult path for believers, contrasting with the comfort and guidance promised in Revelation 7:17.
Matthew 7:14: Because strait [is] the gate, and narrow [is] the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. [Because: or, How]
Contradiction with Hebrews 12:29
Describes God as a consuming fire, contrary to the nurturing and protective depiction in Revelation 7:17.
Hebrews 12:29: For our God [is] a consuming fire.
Contradiction with Job 5:7
Implies life's inherent troubles, opposing the notion of guidance to peaceful waters in Revelation 7:17.
Job 5:7: Yet man is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward. [trouble: or, labour] [sparks...: Heb. the sons of the burning coal lift up to fly]
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:2-3
Speaks of God leading into darkness, which contradicts the light and care depicted in Revelation 7:17.
Lamentations 3:2-3: He hath led me, and brought [me into] darkness, but not [into] light.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9
Addresses strength through weakness and suffering, differing from the alleviation of suffering in Revelation 7:17.
2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.