2 Timothy 3:16

Every scripture is inspired by God and useful for instruction, for reproof, for correction, for discipline in righteousness,

A Conservative Version

In The King James Version

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

In Context

15And that from a babe thou have known the sacred writings, which are able to make thee wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

17so that the man of God may be qualified, having been completed for every good work.

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Cross References

2 Samuel 23:2The Spirit of LORD spoke by me, and his word was upon my tongue.

Psalms 19:7The law of LORD is perfect, restoring the soul. The testimony of LORD is sure, making a simple man wise.

Psalms 119:11I have laid thy word up in my heart that I might not sin against thee.

Psalms 119:130The opening of thy words gives light. It gives understanding to the simple.

Proverbs 15:10There is grievous correction for him who forsakes the way. He who hates reproof shall die.

Micah 2:7Shall it be said, O house of Jacob, Is the Spirit of LORD restricted? Are these his doings? Do not my words do good to him who walks uprightly?

Matthew Henry on 2 Timothy 3:11-17

Marks of Perilous Times; Excellence of the Scriptures. ( a. d. 66.) 10 But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience, 11 Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra; what persecutions I endured: but out of them all the Lord delivered me. 12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. 13 But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived. 14 But continue thou… Read the whole commentary →

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