2 Timothy 3:16

All Scripture inspired by God is useful for teaching, for confronting what is wrong, for setting us straight, and for telling us what is right.

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

In Context

15From your childhood you've known the holy Scriptures which can give you understanding for salvation by trusting in Christ Jesus.

17This is how God provides a thorough preparation for those who work for him to accomplish all that's good.

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Cross References

2 Samuel 23:2“The Spirit of the Lord spoke through me; my tongue gave his message.

Psalms 19:7The Lord's law is beneficial, renewing spiritual life. The Lord's teaching is trustworthy, making inexperienced people wise.

Psalms 119:11I keep what you say in mind so I won't sin against you.

Psalms 119:130Studying your words brings light so that even the uneducated can understand.

Proverbs 15:10If you leave the right path you will be severely disciplined; anyone who hates correction will die.

Micah 2:7Should you talk like that, descendants of Jacob? You ask, “Can the Lord run out of patience? Is this what he does?” Are not my words good to those who do what is right? asks the Lord.

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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