2 Timothy 3:17
so that the man of God may himself be complete, and completely equipped for every good work.
Montgomery New Testament
In The King James Version
That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
In Context
Cross References
Acts 9:36Among the disciples at Joppa was a woman named Tabitha - which may be translated Dorcas or "Gazelle" - a woman whose life was full of good works and almsgiving, which she was doing continually.
Ephesians 2:10for we are his handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for good deeds, which God predestined us to make our daily way of life.
2 Timothy 2:21If then a man keeps himself clear of these latter, he will be a vessel for honor, consecrated, useful to the Master, prepared for every good work.
Titus 3:1Remind them to be submissive to their rulers and authorities; let them be obedient, ready for every good work;
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 →