AboutHerman Expertise I can answer general questions about the teachings of the Orthodox Church and Orthodox monasticism, particularly differences from Protestants and Catholics.
Experience Orthodox Christian convert from Protestantism over 30 years ago. 1 year seminary training.
Organizations American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese
Expert: Herman Date: 7/3/2008 Subject: 1 Timothy 4:10
Question In 2 Timothy 4:10 God is called the "savior of all men." What does the Greek word for "all" imply? Does it literally mean every one will be saved, or all believers?
Answer It literally means that God is indeed the Savior of all mankind, but it in no wise implies that all men will be saved. God will not "force" salvation on anyone who does not desire it with their whole heart (he who loves father or mother than Me is not worthy of Me).
God does not force submission on us. We have to choose it. Those who do not make a clear choice to be saved won't be.
