3 John 1

Name: 3 John
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This chapter is a letter from the author to a specific individual, Gaius, encouraging him in his faith and commending him for his hospitality. The author also addresses the actions of a man named Diotrephes, who has refused to welcome the author and other traveling teachers and has been spreading false teachings.

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Encouragement and Hospitality

1 The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth.

2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

3 For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth.

4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.

5 Beloved, thou doest faithfully whatsoever thou doest to the brethren, and to strangers;

6 Which have borne witness of thy charity before the church: whom if thou bring forward on their journey after a godly sort, thou shalt do well:

7 Because that for his name's sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.

8 We therefore ought to receive such, that we might be fellowhelpers to the truth.

9 I wrote unto the church: but Diotrephes, who loveth to have the preeminence among them, receiveth us not.

10 Wherefore, if I come, I will remember his deeds which he doeth, prating against us with malicious words: and not content therewith, neither doth he himself receive the brethren, and forbiddeth them that would, and casteth them out of the church.

11 Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.

12 Demetrius hath good report of all men, and of the truth itself: yea, and we also bear record; and ye know that our record is true.

13 I had many things to write, but I will not with ink and pen write unto thee:

14 But I trust I shall shortly see thee, and we shall speak face to face. Peace be to thee. Our friends salute thee. Greet the friends by name.

Commentary

The book of 3 John is a short letter written by the Apostle John to his friend Gaius. In this letter, John expresses his joy at hearing of Gaius’ faithfulness and good works. He commends Gaius for his hospitality and generosity towards the traveling missionaries, and encourages him to continue in his good works. John also expresses his concern for Diotrephes, a leader in the church who has been refusing to welcome the missionaries and has been speaking against John. John warns Gaius to be wary of Diotrephes’ influence and to remain faithful to the truth. John closes the letter with a blessing for Gaius, wishing him health and prosperity. He also encourages Gaius to continue in his good works, and to remain faithful to the truth. This letter is a reminder to us of the importance of hospitality and generosity towards those in need. It also serves as a warning to be wary of those who would lead us astray from the truth. We should strive to remain faithful to the truth, and to be generous and hospitable to those in need.