Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and Christ Jesus our hope;
our Saviour: This expression is used both of God and Christ. M.R. Vincent says, "The saving of men appears as God’s direct will and act, 1 Timothy 2:4; Titus 3:5; 2 Timothy 1:9; as Christ’s work, 1 Timothy 1:15. Compare 2 Timothy 2:10" (1013).