What does it mean that God desires all to be saved?

The statement in 1 Timothy 2 that God desires all people to be saved must be understood in the context of God's sovereign will. It signifies that God extends His salvation to all kinds of people—rich, poor, Jew, Gentile, and so forth—rather than implying that every individual will inevitably be saved. This is supported by the doctrine of election found throughout Scripture, including Romans 9. The term 'all men' encompasses the diversity of humanity, showcasing God’s grace that transcends human distinctions, affirming that His divine initiative in salvation does not rest on human merit but on His sovereign choice.