What 2 Timothy 3:16 Means

2 Timothy 3:16

“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV)

What 2 Timothy 3:16 means

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. The whole Bible is God-breathed and useful to shape a life toward Him.

2 Timothy 3:16 in different translations

King James Version (KJV)All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
World English Bible (WEB)Every Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness,
American Standard Version (ASV)Every scripture inspired of God [is] also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness.

2 Timothy 3:16 in context

15And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.

A prayer

Father, thank You for 2 Timothy 3:16. Let this word be more than ink to me; write it on my heart, and help me to believe it and live it today. In Jesus' name, amen.

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