Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Saviour, and Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope;
What does 1 Timothy 1:1 mean?
Jesus Christ is a Christian's hope; all our hopes of eternal life are built upon him; and Christ is in us the hope of glory.
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HopePrayerEternal lifeChurch order
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Keep this verse inside 1 Timothy 1:1-2 and alongside a few nearby related passages.