2 Timothy 3:16 “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for convi…”

2 Timothy 3:16

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness,

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

World English Bible

Every Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness,

American Standard Version

Every scripture inspired of God is also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness:

Geneva Bible 1599

For the whole Scripture is giuen by inspiration of God, and is profitable to teache, to conuince, to correct, and to instruct in righteousnesse,

Darby Translation

Every scripture [is] divinely inspired, and profitable for teaching, for conviction, for correction, for instruction in righteousness;

Young's Literal Translation

every Writing [is] God-breathed, and profitable for teaching, for conviction, for setting aright, for instruction that [is] in righteousness,

Bible in Basic English

Every holy Writing which comes from God is of profit for teaching, for training, for guiding, for education in righteousness:

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Cross references

“All”

Romans 15:4 Hebrews 4:12 2 Peter 1:19–21 Mark 12:24 2 Samuel 23:2 Hebrews 3:7

Romans 15:4 · BSB

For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.

Hebrews 4:12 · BSB

For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

2 Peter 1:19–21 · BSB

We also have the word of the prophets as confirmed beyond doubt. And you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.

Mark 12:24 · BSB

Jesus said to them, “Aren’t you mistaken, because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God?

2 Samuel 23:2 · BSB

The Spirit of the LORD spoke through me; His word was on my tongue.

Hebrews 3:7 · BSB

Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says: “Today, if you hear His voice,

“and is”

Psalm 19:7–11 Psalm 119:97–104 Psalm 119:130 Ephesians 4:11–16 Acts 20:20 1 Corinthians 12:7

Psalm 19:7–11 · BSB

The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple.

Psalm 119:97–104 · BSB

Oh, how I love Your law! All day long it is my meditation.

Psalm 119:130 · BSB

The unfolding of Your words gives light; it informs the simple.

Ephesians 4:11–16 · BSB

And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers,

Acts 20:20 · BSB

I did not shrink back from declaring anything that was helpful to you as I taught you publicly and from house to house,

1 Corinthians 12:7 · BSB

Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.

“for reproof”

Proverbs 6:23 2 Timothy 4:2 Proverbs 15:31 John 3:20 Proverbs 15:10 Ephesians 5:11–13

Proverbs 6:23 · BSB

For this commandment is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way to life,

2 Timothy 4:2 · BSB

Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction.

Proverbs 15:31 · BSB

He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.

John 3:20 · BSB

Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed.

Proverbs 15:10 · BSB

Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die.

Ephesians 5:11–13 · BSB

Have no fellowship with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.

“for instruction”

Psalm 119:9 Psalm 119:11 2 Timothy 2:25 Deuteronomy 4:36 Matthew 13:52 Nehemiah 9:20

Psalm 119:9 · BSB

How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word.

Psalm 119:11 · BSB

I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.

2 Timothy 2:25 · BSB

He must gently reprove those who oppose him, in the hope that God may grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of the truth.

Deuteronomy 4:36 · BSB

He let you hear His voice from heaven to discipline you, and on earth He showed you His great fire, and you heard His words out of the fire.

Matthew 13:52 · BSB

Then He told them, “For this reason, every scribe who has been discipled in the kingdom of heaven is like a homeowner who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.”

Nehemiah 9:20 · BSB

You gave Your good Spirit to instruct them. You did not withhold Your manna from their mouths, and You gave them water for their thirst.

Also

Romans 4:23

Romans 4:23 · BSB

Now the words “it was credited to him” were written not only for Abraham,

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

15From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

17so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.

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