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:
King James Version
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:
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What this verse means
Scripture is described as God-breathed and useful for teaching, correcting, and training.
A short prayer
Lord, make Your word alive to me today — teaching, correcting, and training me.
Read in context — 2 Timothy 3
14But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;
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.
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Related verses
“The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.”Exodus 14:14
“And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done that which I have spoken to thee of.”Genesis 28:15
“The Lord God is my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds’ feet, and he will make me to walk upon mine high places. To the chief singer on my stringed instruments.”Habakkuk 3:19
“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”Hebrews 4:16
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”Isaiah 40:31