Psalm 73:5
They are not in trouble as other men; neither are they plagued like other men.
Cross-reference
Psalm 55:19 says God will humble the wicked who do not fear Him. Contrasts their current ease with future judgment.
Psalm 119:67 shows affliction leads to obedience, contrasting with the wicked who are not afflicted. Highlights the benefit of suffering.
Psalm 123:4 echoes the same complaint: the proud and at ease scorn God's people, just as the wicked in Psalm 73 face no trouble.
Proverbs 3:11 urges not to despise the Lord's discipline — contrasting with the wicked who are not stricken (Psalm 73:5).
Proverbs 3:12 explains that discipline is a sign of God's love — highlighting that the wicked's lack of discipline means they are not loved.
Jeremiah 12:1 echoes the same complaint: why do the wicked prosper and avoid trouble? Both wrestle with the prosperity of the wicked.
Jeremiah 12:2 continues the theme, describing the wicked's outward success while their hearts are far from God. Adds detail to the prosperity.
Hebrews 12:8 explains that lack of discipline (like the wicked's ease) marks illegitimacy as sons. Adds theological insight to their prosperity.
Job 21:9 directly parallels: the wicked's houses are safe and no rod of God is upon them. Same observation of their prosperity.
Job 21:23 continues Job's description: the wicked die in full vigor and ease. Reinforces the theme of their lack of trouble.
1 Corinthians 11:32 contrasts: believers are disciplined to avoid condemnation, while the wicked in Psalm 73:5 seem to escape trouble. Shows God's loving discipline.
Revelation 3:19 states God disciplines those He loves, contrasting with the wicked who are not disciplined. Highlights the purpose of suffering.
1 Timothy 5:6 describes a self-indulgent widow as dead while living—parallel to the wicked who live without trouble but are spiritually dead.