¹⁶ All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. ¹⁷ God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.

²¹ or from human initiative. No, those prophets were moved by the Holy Spirit, and they spoke from God.

¹⁷ Make them holy by your truth; teach them your word, which is truth.