1Tim.2:4 God's will that we pray for all men. Key of verse = all men, cf. vs 1, not for just an "elect" nation of Israel. God is concerned with the salvation of all. Four arguments for universal prayer to the One True God .. 1 Timothy 2:5-61) One God for all men 2) One mediator for all 3) Availability of ransom for all 4) Paul's commission to the Gentiles - cf 1 Timothy 2:7