2 Timothy 3:16
2 Timothy · New Testament · Chapter 3
“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
What Does 2 Timothy 3:16 Mean?
2 Timothy 3:16 is found in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 3, verse 16 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to 2 Timothy 3:16 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Romans 15:4“For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.”Hebrews 4:12“For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”2 Peter 1:19“We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts:”Mark 12:24“And Jesus answering said unto them, Do ye not therefore err, because ye know not the scriptures, neither the power of God?”Psalms 19:7“The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.”Proverbs 6:23“For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:”Psalms 119:9“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.”2 Timothy 4:2“Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.”Psalms 119:11“Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.”Romans 12:2“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”Psalms 119:97“O how love I thy law! it is my meditation all the day.”Psalms 119:130“The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.”2 Samuel 23:2“The Spirit of the LORD spake by me, and his word was in my tongue.”Ephesians 4:11“And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;”Proverbs 15:31“The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.”2 Timothy 2:25“In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth;”Deuteronomy 4:36“Out of heaven he made thee to hear his voice, that he might instruct thee: and upon earth he shewed thee his great fire; and thou heardest his words out of the midst of the fire.”Deuteronomy 29:29“The secret things belong unto the LORD our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do all the words of this law.”Matthew 13:52“Then said he unto them, Therefore every scribe which is instructed unto the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which bringeth forth out of his treasure things new and old.”John 3:20“For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.”
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