2 Timothy 3:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Timothy 3:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Timothy 3:16 is a verse from the book of 2 Timothy in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instructi..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Timothy 3:16 — KJV
“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)
2 Timothy 3:16 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 3:16
“Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die. Correction: or, Instruction”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 3:16: reproof, correction, instruction
“He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding. instruction: or, correction heareth: or, obeyeth getteth...: Heb. possesseth an heart”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 3:16: reproof, correction, instruction
“But thou shalt say unto them, This is a nation that obeyeth not the voice of the LORD their God, nor receiveth correction: truth is perished, and is cut off from their mouth. correction: or, instruction”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 3:16: god, correction, instruction
“Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in the LORD your God: for he hath given you the former rain moderately, and he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain, and the latter rain in the first month. the former rain moderately: or, a teacher of righteousness moderately: Heb. according to righteousness”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 3:16: given, god, righteousness
“She obeyed not the voice; she received not correction; she trusted not in the LORD; she drew not near to her God. correction: or, instruction”
Shares key themes with 2 Timothy 3:16: god, correction, instruction
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