2 Timothy 2:15
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Timothy 2:15 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Timothy 2:15 is a verse from the book of 2 Timothy in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Timothy 2:15 — KJV
“Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
— 2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV)
2 Timothy 2:15 in Context — About the Book of 2 Timothy
2 Timothy is Paul's last letter, written on death row — a father's final charge to his son in the faith. Fan your gift into flame; God gave a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline, not fear. All Scripture is God-breathed. I have fought the good fight; I have kept the faith.
Cross-References for 2 Timothy 2:15
“And as they were going down to the end of the city, Samuel said to Saul, Bid the servant pass on before us, (and he passed on,) but stand thou still a while, that I may shew thee the word of God. a while: Heb. to day”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 2:15: shew, god, word
“And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth.”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 2:15: god, word, truth
“And it came to pass after many days, that the word of the LORD came to Elijah in the third year, saying, Go, shew thyself unto Ahab; and I will send rain upon the earth.”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 2:15: shew, thyself, word
“Because thine heart was tender, and thou didst humble thyself before God, when thou heardest his words against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, and humbledst thyself before me, and didst rend thy clothes, and weep before me; I have even heard thee also, saith the LORD.”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 2:15: thyself, god, word
“Suffer me a little, and I will shew thee that I have yet to speak on God's behalf. I have...: Heb. there are yet words for God”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 2:15: shew, god, word
Pray 2 Timothy 2:15
Generate a Prayer from 2 Timothy 2:15
Our AI will write a personal prayer inspired by this scripture — tailored to your situation. Free, instant, no account needed.
✦ Pray This Verse