1 Timothy 2:7
to which ransom I was appointed a herald and an apostle—I am telling the truth in Christ, I am not lying —a teacher of nations in faith and truth.
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In Context
6who gave Himself as a ransom on behalf of all people (to be testified in its own seasons),
8So I desire that the men in every place pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or argument.
Cross References
John 7:35So the Jews said among themselves: “Where does this fellow intend to go that we won't find him? He doesn't intend to go to the Dispersion among the Greeks and teach the Greeks, does he?
Acts 14:27So upon arriving and gathering the congregation, they reported all that God had done with them, and that He had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles.
Acts 26:17delivering you from ‘the people’ and the ethnic nations, to which I am sending you:
Romans 1:9Further, the God whom I serve with my spirit in the Gospel of His Son is my witness, how without ceasing I always remember you in my prayers,
Matthew Henry on 1 Timothy 2:2-9
Universal Prayer Recommended. ( a. d. 64.) 1 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; 2 For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. 3 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; 4 Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth. 5 For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ… Read the whole commentary →