Spiritual Fathering
This article considers the matter of spiritual fathering in the church, through the lens of Paul's words to Timothy in 2 Timothy 3:10-11.
The Usefulness of Scripture
The Church and the Preaching of the Word The Life of the Church Series: Sermon Nine
2 Timothy 3:14-17 – Which Sacred Writings?
To which sacred writings was Paul referring to in 2 Timothy 3:14-17? This article suggests that they were more than the Old Testament; the author advances the thesis that Paul was talking about New Testament writings as well.
Eusebeia – Syncretism or Conservative Contextualization?
The appearance of the Greek word "eusebeia" (godliness) is very frequent in the Pastoral Letters (e.g., 1 Timothy 4:6-10, 1 Timothy 6, 2 Timothy 3). Some theologians interpret this frequent occurrence as a shift in New Testament ethical thinking.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 – 3 Lessons about Scripture
This article discusses the inspiration, usefulness, and empowering ability of Scripture, with 2 Timothy 3:16-17 as focal point.
2 Timothy 3:6-7 – Capturing Weak Women
Where there are true teachers there will always be false teachers. In 2 Timothy 3:6-7 we are told that false teachers go after weak women. This article explains who these women are.
The Holy Scriptures
Making the Simple Wise
Let's Put 2 Timothy 3:16 Back in the Bible
This paper gives an exposition of 2 Timothy 3:16 in its context and indicates the significance of it for Christian ministry.
Calvin's Doctrine of Scripture
Did John Calvin uphold the doctrine of inerrancy? To answer this question this article turns to Calvin's exposition of 2 Timothy 3:16 and 2 Peter 1:20. Then it comes to summarize Calvin's view on inerrancy.
Scripture: God-Breathed and Profitable
Scripture is the Word which God has spoken. In 2 Timothy 3:16 Paul declares the divine origin of Scripture. All of Scripture is profitable, since it has originated from God.