Introduction

2 Timothy 3:16 tells us that “all Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.” This verse is often called the “canon verses” because it affirms that the Bible is the Word of God.

In 2 Timothy 3:16, the word “inspired” comes from the Greek word theopneustos, which means “God-breathed.” This word teaches us that the Bible is not just a human book; it is a divine book. The Bible is the Word of God because it was breathed out by God.

Another way to understand 2 Timothy 3:16 is to see it as a threefold statement about Scripture. First, Scripture is useful for teaching. Second, Scripture is useful for rebuking. Third, Scripture is useful for correcting. And fourth, Scripture is useful for training in righteousness.

The first two uses of Scripture (teaching and rebuking) have to do with doctrine. The last two uses of Scripture (correcting and training in righteousness) have to do with practice. So 2 Timothy 3:16 not only tells us that the Bible is the Word of God; it also tells us what the Bible is useful for.

The Only True God

In this verse, Paul is telling Timothy that the only true God is the one who has been revealed to us in Jesus Christ. This is in contrast to false gods, which are mere idols that have no power or reality behind them. We can only know the true God through Jesus Christ, who is the full revelation of who God is.

The Gospel of Christ

The Gospel of Christ is the Good News that Jesus came to save us from our sins. It is the message of salvation that we are saved by grace through faith in Christ. The Gospel is the power of God unto salvation for everyone who believes ( Romans 1:16 ).

The Faithful Word

The Faithful Word is a commentary on the Bible book of 2 Timothy. It was written by Timothy J. Beougher, who is a minister in the United Methodist Church.

This commentary is based on the premise that the Bible is the Inspired Word of God and that it is meant to be read and understood by all people. The author believes that the Bible is not just a history book, but is living and active and can speak to us today if we listen to it with an open heart.

The Faithful Word offers a verse-by-verse analysis of 2 Timothy. It offers insights into what the author is saying and what it means for us today. This commentary is intended to be helpful for both laypeople and pastors alike.

Conclusion

The final verses of 2 Timothy chapter 3 offer a clear and concise conclusion to the book. In these verses, Paul warns Timothy (and by extension, all Christians) of the dangers of false teachers. He urges Timothy to remain true to the faith, and to avoid being led astray by those who would teach false doctrine.

Paul then goes on to offer a bit of advice for Christians in general: to beware of the love of money, and to pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, and endurance. These are all good things for Christians to strive for, and will help us to stay on the narrow path that leads to eternal life.