2 Peter 2:15 gives the example of Balaam who loved gain from wrongdoing, illustrating the greed mentioned here.

2 Peter 2:14 describes false teachers with hearts trained in greed, reinforcing the same greedy exploitation warned of here.

In 2 Peter 2:9, God's ability to punish the unrighteous reaffirms the certainty of destruction mentioned here.

In 2 Peter 2:1, false teachers are introduced; this verse adds their greedy exploitation and certain judgment — a direct continuation.

Jude 1:11 condemns false teachers who 'rushed for profit into Balaam's error' — directly parallel to the greed and condemnation described here.

In Deuteronomy 32:35, God's vengeance and recompense underlie the statement here that their condemnation is not idle — a key OT source.

Romans 16:18 describes false teachers serving their own appetites with smooth talk, directly matching the exploitation and deception here.

In 2 Corinthians 2:17, Paul contrasts himself with 'peddlers of God's word' — the same greedy false teachers Peter describes here.

2 Corinthians 12:17 shows Paul defending against exploitation, contrasting his integrity with the false teachers' greed.

2 Corinthians 12:18 continues Paul's defense, noting Titus did not exploit them, again contrasting with the greedy teachers.

Micah 3:11 depicts leaders judging for bribes and prophets teaching for money, echoing the greedy exploitation of false teachers.

Ezekiel 13:19 condemns prophets lying for barley and bread, directly paralleling the greed and fabricated stories here.

1 Thessalonians 2:5 rejects flattery and a mask for greed — directly contrasting Paul's ministry with the greedy exploitation described here.

1 Timothy 3:3 lists overseers must not be lovers of money, directly opposing the greed of false teachers here.

1 Timothy 6:5 describes corrupt minds who see godliness as financial gain, directly paralleling the greed-motivated deception.

1 Timothy 3:8 requires deacons not pursue dishonest gain, contrasting with the false teachers' exploitation for profit.

Titus 1:7 requires overseers not pursue dishonest gain, contrasting with the greed of the false teachers.

Jude 1:4 similarly describes false teachers 'long ago designated for condemnation,' directly echoing the predetermined judgment here.

Titus 1:11 describes false teachers ruining households for dishonest gain — the same greed-driven exploitation condemned here.

1 Peter 5:2 instructs shepherds not to pursue dishonest gain — a positive command that contrasts with these greedy exploiters.

John 10:1 describes a thief who climbs in by another way — a parallel to these greedy teachers who enter illegitimately to exploit the flock.

John 10:12 shows the hired hand who abandons the sheep — mirroring the false teachers' selfish lack of care for the flock.

Romans 9:22 speaks of objects of wrath prepared for destruction — reinforcing that these teachers' condemnation is already set.

1 John 4:5 says false teachers are from the world and the world listens — same origin and appeal as the false teachers here.

2 Corinthians 4:5 presents Paul's selfless preaching of Christ — a direct contrast to the greedy, self-promoting false teachers.

2 Corinthians 11:15 warns that false apostles' end matches their deeds — exactly the impending destruction these teachers face.

Hebrews 13:5 commands freedom from love of money — the opposite of the greed-driven exploitation by false teachers here.

Galatians 4:17 describes false teachers zealously winning followers for selfish motives — a parallel to these greedy exploiters.

Philippians 3:19 describes enemies whose end is destruction and whose god is their belly — matching the greed and destruction of false teachers here.

1 Timothy 6:9 warns that desire for riches leads to ruin and destruction — the same greedy path and fate as false teachers here.

1 Thessalonians 5:9 assures believers are not destined for wrath — contrasting the condemnation awaiting false teachers here.

2 Thessalonians 2:12 speaks of condemnation for those who delight in unrighteousness — directly echoing the judgment on false teachers.

Ecclesiastes 8:13 says the wicked will not prosper, aligning with the certainty of their destruction.

Isaiah 57:17 links unjust gain to God's anger and punishment, directly matching the condemnation of greedy false teachers.

Jeremiah 17:11 also depicts unjust gain leading to loss and folly — mirrors the greed and condemnation of false teachers here.

Jeremiah 22:17 rebukes those set on dishonest gain — parallels the greed of false teachers in 2 Peter 2:3.

Jeremiah 51:13 addresses riches and imminent destruction — parallels the greed and pending judgment of false teachers.

Ezekiel 34:2 condemns shepherds who exploit the flock — directly parallels false teachers who exploit for gain.

Hosea 4:8 describes priests feeding on people's sins — parallels the greed of false teachers exploiting with fabricated stories.

Proverbs 21:6 shows lies for treasure lead to death, just like false teachers using false words for gain.

Zechariah 11:5 describes greedy shepherds who sell and slaughter the flock, directly mirroring the exploitation by false teachers that Peter condemns.

Proverbs 1:19 warns that greed for unjust gain destroys life, directly mirroring the false teachers' greed and destruction.

Matthew 23:14 condemns religious leaders who devour widows' houses for greed, exactly the kind of exploitation Peter warns about from false teachers.

Nehemiah 6:12 reveals a hired prophet spreading lies — directly parallel to false teachers who fabricate stories for gain, as condemned in 2 Peter.

2 Kings 5:27 shows Gehazi's greed brings leprosy — a vivid OT example of immediate judgment on greed, confirming the certainty of destruction in 2 Peter.

Habakkuk 2:3 assures that judgment will come at the appointed time — parallels the certainty of destruction not sleeping here.

In Isaiah 5:19, scoffers mock the idea of swift judgment — this verse counters that by insisting destruction is not asleep.

Jeremiah 29:8 warns against deceptive prophets — echoes the fabricated stories of false teachers here.

Luke 12:45 depicts a servant abusing others because he thinks his master delays, similar to false teachers who exploit believers assuming judgment is distant.

Isaiah 56:11 condemns greedy shepherds who never have enough, a direct parallel to the false teachers' greed here.

Jeremiah 6:13 denounces everyone greedy for unjust gain, matching the greedy exploitation by false teachers here.

2 Timothy 3:2 lists lovers of money among last-days sins — matching the greed of false teachers described here.

Judges 18:4 shows a Levite hired as priest for money — an OT example of religious exploitation by greed, echoing the false teachers' greed in 2 Peter.

In Isaiah 30:13, sudden collapse of a wall parallels the unexpected destruction that this verse says is not idle.

Judges 18:20 describes the priest glad to leave for gain — his self-interest mirrors the greed of false teachers who exploit for personal benefit.

Luke 22:22 pronounces woe on the betrayer of Jesus, echoing the condemnation Peter says awaits false teachers who exploit the flock.

Jeremiah 8:10 repeats the same condemnation of greed and false dealing, paralleling the false teachers' behavior here.

Ezekiel 12:24 foretells an end to false visions — relates to the fabricated stories of false teachers here.

Philippians 4:17 shows Paul not seeking gifts — a contrast to the greedy exploitation of false teachers in this verse.

Ephesians 5:3 also condemns covetousness, linking greed with impurity among believers — parallel warning against the same sin.

Zephaniah 1:14 announces the nearness of God's judgment, reinforcing Peter's warning that destruction for false teachers is imminent.

Matthew 18:7 pronounces woe on those who cause others to stumble, paralleling the judgment Peter says awaits those who exploit believers.

Matthew 26:15 shows Judas betraying Jesus for money, illustrating the greed that motivates the false teachers Peter describes.

Luke 12:15 warns against greed, the very sin that drives the false teachers Peter condemns for exploiting others.

Acts 1:25 recounts Judas who left the ministry for betrayal — a type of the condemned false teachers who pursue dishonest gain.

Luke 22:5 shows religious leaders paying Judas, reflecting how greed motivates betrayal and exploitation, as in Peter's warning.