1 Timothy 1:1-2

1 Timothy 1:1-2

[1] Paul,  an apostle  of Jesus  Christ  by  the commandment  of God  Saviour,  and  Jesus  Christ,  which  hope;  [2] Unto Timothy,  my own  son  in  the faith:  Grace,  mercy,  and peace,  from  God  Father  and  Jesus  Christ  Lord. 

What does 1 Timothy 1:1-2 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Paul began this very personal letter with a customary salutation to set the tone for what followed. The salutation reveals that this was not just a personal letter, however, but it was also official. Paul wrote epistles to nine churches and to four individuals. Even though he addressed four of his letters to individuals, he undoubtedly intended that they too should be read to churches.
"The opening and closing sections of the pastoral epistles vary considerably from the standard formulae. This suggests a calculated focus toward certain aspects of the author/reader relationship." [1]