1:1, 2 Paul reminded Timothy that, despite their intimate spiritual relationship, the apostle wrote to him with spiritual authority given him by God. This established the necessity that not only Timothy, but also all others comply with the inspired mandates of the epistle. 1:1 apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God. See note on 1 Tim. 1:1. His call was according to God’s sovereign plan and purpose (cf. 1 Cor. 1:1; 2 Cor. 1:1; Eph. 1:1; Col. 1:1). promise of life … in Christ Jesus. The gospel,