Matthew Henry Commentary 2 Timothy 3:14-17

"But abide thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them. And that from a babe thou hast known the sacred writings which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. Every scripture inspired of God [is] also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness. That the man of God may be complete, furnished completely unto every good work." — 2 Timothy 3:14-17 (ASV)

Those who seek to 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 seek to acquire true learning must get it from the Scriptures. They must not be neglected by us, seldom or never consulted.

The Bible is a sure guide to eternal life. The prophets and apostles did not speak from themselves, but delivered what they received from 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 we shall find benefit, and at last gain the happiness promised in them 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 for children is to make them know the Bible from an early age.