17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.

Other Translations of 2 Timothy 3:17

New International Version

17 so that the servant of GodOr "that you, a man of God," may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

English Standard Version

17 that the man of GodThat is, a messenger of God (the phrase echoes a common Old Testament expression) may be competent, equipped for every good work.

The Message

17 Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us.

New King James Version

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

New Living Translation

17 God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Timothy 3:17

Commentary on 2 Timothy 3:14-17

(Read 2 Timothy 3:14-17)

Those who would learn the things of God, and be assured of them, must know the Holy Scriptures, for they are the Divine revelation. The age of children is the age to learn; and those who would get true learning, must get it out of the Scriptures. They must not lie by us neglected, seldom or never looked into. The Bible is a sure guide to eternal life. The prophets and apostles did not speak from themselves, but delivered what they received of God, 2 Peter 1:21. It is profitable for all purposes of the Christian life. It is of use to all, for all need to be taught, corrected, and reproved. There is something in the Scriptures suitable for every case. Oh that we may love our Bibles more, and keep closer to them! then shall we find benefit, and at last gain the happiness therein promised by faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the main subject of both Testaments. We best oppose error by promoting a solid knowledge of the word of truth; and the greatest kindness we can do to children, is to make them early to know the Bible.