What does "Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe" mean?

Chuck Smith read 1 Timothy 4:10 as provision for all and reception by faith: "He provided salvation for all men, but not all have received it." The verse holds both halves together: "the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe." Read Chuck on 1 Timothy 4:10 in the reader. Chuck Smith commentary used by permission of The Word For Today.

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