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one mediator between God and man

A mediator is a person who helps negotiate a peaceful settlement by two parties who do not agree with each other. It is here used for Jesus who helps sinners to enter into a peaceful relationship with God.

gave himself

"died willingly"

as a ransom

"as a price of freedom" or "as a payment to obtain freedom"

the testimony at the right time

"this is his testimony at the right time" or "the testimony during these times"

For this purpose

"For this" or "For this reason" or "For this testimony"

was made a herald

"was appointed a preacher" or "was appointed by Christ to be a preacher"

I speak truth

"I am saying the truth" or "I am telling the truth"

I do not lie

"I am not lying"

in faith and truth

"about faith and truth" or "with faith and truth"