Let us not follow that which is proud, selfish, and of bad design, though the example may be given by persons of rank and power; but let us be followers of God, and walk in love, after the example of our Lord.13,14 Here is the character of Demetrius. The Father spoke every thing into being by him, his Eternal Word. Those who freely make known Christ's gospel, should be helped by others to whom God gives the means. 3. Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. He wishes Gaius all good things, but most of all prosperity of soul. 3 John 1:2, ESV: "Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul." Grace will employ health. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. Treasury of Scripture. View 3 John Chapter 1 as text-only. Living as God’s children (3:1-10) Love one another (3:11-24) Chapter 4. For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou … 14 I hope to see you soon, and we will talk face to face. Chapter. The temper and spirit of Diotrephes was full of pride and ambition. 1 The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. Chapter. For I rejoiced greatly when brethren came and testified of the truth that isin you, just as you walk in the truth. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. It is bad not to do good ourselves; but it is worse to hinder those who would do good. (K) 8 We ought therefore to show hospitality to such people so that we may work together for the truth. (M) He also stops those who want to do so and puts them out of the church. Because that for his name's sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles. He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. 1 John Chapter 3 1 John 3:1 "Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not." 9 I wrote to the church, but Diotrephes, who loves to be first, will not welcome us. 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. Faithful souls can hear their own praises without being puffed up; the commendation of what is good in them, lays them at the foot of the cross of Christ. 10 So when I come,(L) I will call attention to what he is doing, spreading malicious nonsense about us. Read full chapter 1 The elder, To my dear friend Gaius, whom I love in the truth. By associating with and copying the example of such Christians, we shall have peace within, and live at peace with the brethren; our communications with the Lord's people on earth will be pleasing, and we shall be numbered with them in glory everlasting.Commentary by Matthew Henry, 1710. The elder. 1:1: The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. Acts 8:4 This name is mentioned in Act 19:29; Act 20:4; Rom 16:23; Co1 1:14. 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. (P) Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God. Discerning false prophets (4:1-6) God’s Love for us & Our Love for one another (4:7-21) CHAPTER 5. John 1:1-3 - NIV: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. Happy those whose spirit and conduct commend them before God and men. This is the text and a scan of the actual, original, first printing of the 1611 King James Version, the 'HE' Bible, for 3 John Chapter 1. Few are well spoken of by all; and sometimes it is ill to be so. “Bestowed” is in the perfect tense, suggesting the enduring effect of the love God has given. Gaius overlooked petty differences among serious Christians, and freely helped all who bore the image, and did the work of Christ. Please send them on their way(H) in a manner that honors(I) God. 1 John 3:18 Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth. 3 John chapter 1 1611 KJV (King James Version) 1 The Elder vnto the welbeloued Gaius, whom I loue in the trueth:. It is the second-shortest book in the Bible. Watch our overview video on the letters of John, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. “Because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.” Literally, “for the … 3 John 1:5 The Greek word for brothers and sisters (adelphoi) refers here to believers, both men and women, as part of God’s family. 3 John 1:2 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] 3 John 1:2, NIV: "Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well." 33 He who has received His testimony # Rom. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} 1 John 3. 4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” Not satisfied with that, he even refuses to welcome other believers. To my dear friend Gaius, whom I love in the truth. The KJV does not get more original or authentic than this. a. Beloved, I pray that you may prosper i… NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Godâs Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture. CHAPTER 3. For this purpose the … (9-12) He hopes soon to see Gaius. (1-8) Cautions him against siding with Diotrephes, who was a turbulent spirit; but recommends Demetrius as a man of excellent character. «2 John 3 John Jude» 1 » All the Books in the Bible « John Praises Gaius In the opening of the letter, John 3 John Chapters « Prev; 1; Next » 1 From the Elder: greetings to my dear friend Gaius, whom I love in truth.. 2 My dear friend, I hope everything is going happily with you and that you are as well physically as you are spiritually.. 3 It was a great joy to me when some brothers came and told of your faithfulness to the truth, and of your life in the truth. 3 John 1. And as it is a joy to good parents, it will be a joy to good ministers, to see their people adorn their profession. How many professors there are, about whom the apostle's words must be reversed, and we must earnestly wish and pray that their souls might prosper, as their health and circumstances do! Evil-workers vainly pretend or boast acquaintance with God. All things were made by him — All creatures, whether in heaven or on earth, the whole universe, and every being contained therein, animate or inanimate, intelligent or unintelligent. 2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. 2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. What does 3 John chapter 1 mean? (13,14)1-8 Those who are beloved of Christ, will love the brethren for his sake. 32 And # Is. Peace be to thee. The scope is to commend his stedfastness in the faith, and his hospitality, especially to the ministers of Christ. True faith will work by love. 3 It gave me great joy when some believers(B) came and testified about your faithfulness to the truth, telling how you continue to walk in it. NIV, Storyline Bible, Comfort Print: Each Story Plays a Part. 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. In truth, there are no "chapters" in 3 John, but it would be confusing to refer to verses as 3 John 1, 3 John 2, etc. 34 # Deut. Bible > 3 John > Chapter 1 > Verse 7 ... 3 John 1:8 Therefore we ought to support such men, so that we may be fellow workers for the truth. 4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. King James Bible 3 John Chapter: 1. He was in the world, and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him. See How They All Connect. (S), 13 I have much to write you, but I do not want to do so with pen and ink. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. 3 John 1 ; 3JN 1:1 The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. 1 See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! 3JN 1:3 For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is … Our friends salute thee. 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. Soul prosperity is the greatest blessing on this side heaven. : 1:2: Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. 2 Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well. A name in the gospel, or a good report in the churches, is better than worldly honour. The hospitality of the Corinthian Gaius named in Rom 16:23 agrees well with what John says of him whom he addresses. All rights reserved worldwide. He was with God in the beginning. Greet the friends there by name.(V). : 1:3: For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth. The blessing is, Peace be to you; all happiness attend you. But we may wish and pray that those who have prosperous souls, may have healthful bodies; that their grace may shine where there is still more room for activity. A good report is due from those who receive good; they could not but testify to the church, what they found and felt. 3 John 1:1. jo3 1:1. Cross references 3 John 1:1 : S Ac 11:30; 2Jn 1 John 1:3. (T), Peace to you. 1 John 3:2 Or when it is made known; 1 John 3:13 The Greek word for brothers and sisters (adelphoi) refers here to believers, both men and women, as part of God’s family; also in verse 16. 18:18; John 7:16 For He whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God does not give the Spirit # John 1:16 by measure. 3 John chapter 1 King James Version. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all men through him might believe. The well beloved Gaius. Follow that which is good, for he that doeth good, as delighting therein, is born of God. Christians should consider not only what they must do, but what they may do; and should do even the common actions of life, and of good-will, after a godly sort, serving God therein, and designing his glory. 2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. 11 Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. Click to switch to the standard King James Version of 3 John Chapter 1. (N), 11 Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. that. (U) The friends here send their greetings. We must be ready to bear our testimony to them; and it is well when those who commend, can appeal to the consciences of such as know most of those who are commended. Grace and health are rich companions. 3JN 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. 9 I wrote unto the church: but Diotrephes, who loveth to have the preeminence among them, receiveth us not. Greet the friends by name. A rich soul may be lodged in a weak body; and grace must then be exercised in submitting to such a dispensation. NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Luke, Comfort Print, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Romans, Comfort Print, NIV, Quest Study Bible, Comfort Print: The Only Q and A Study Bible. (Q) 12 Demetrius is well spoken of by everyone(R)âand even by the truth itself. Those may well salute and greet one another on earth, who hope to live together in heaven. We also speak well of him, and you know that our testimony is true. The one who does what is right is righteous, just … 2 He was with God in the beginning. 1 The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. And that is what we are! 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (G) 6 They have told the church about your love. 7 It was for the sake of the Name(J) that they went out, receiving no help from the pagans. New International Version (NIV). Third John consists of only 15 total verses (14 in some translations). 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. Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. 2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. Those who cannot themselves proclaim it, may yet receive, help, and countenance those who do so.9-12 Both the heart and mouth must be watched. The Book of 3 John, Chapter 1 We hope that you find the content of the Book of 3 John, Chapter 1 from the Douay Rheims Version of the Catholic Bible helpful to your Bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. Those cautions and counsels are most likely to be accepted, which are seasoned with love. 5 Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers and sisters,[a](F) even though they are strangers to you. 53:1, 3; John 3:11; 15:15 what He has seen and heard, that He testifies; and no one receives His testimony. This epistle is addressed to a converted Gentile. Good men will rejoice in the soul prosperity of others; and they are glad to hear of the grace and goodness of others. 3 John Chapter 1 (KJV) 3 John 1 King James Version (KJV) 1 The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. Gain a concise, fundamental grasp of what the Bible is all about. (C) 4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children(D) are walking in the truth.(E). A personal conversation together often spares time and trouble, and mistakes which rise from letters; and good Christians may well be glad to see one another. Faith in the Son of God (5:1-12) Conluding remarks (5:13-21) 1, 2, & 3 John Reading Schedule KEY VERSES FROM 1, 2 & 3 JOHN 1 JOHN 1 The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood … (O) Anyone who does what is good is from God. - The apostle commends Gaius for piety and hospitality. Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your … 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. Footnotes. In 3 John Chapter 1, John wrote to his close friend, Gaius, to commend him about his faith and to update him about some of the things happening at other churches. 3 John 1:3-6 For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth… Colossians 1:4-6 Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints, … 1 Thessalonians 1:3-10 2 John 1:1 The elder, To the chosen lady and her children, whom I love in the truth--and not I alone, but also all who know the truth--3 John 1:2 Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health, as your soul also prospers. Dear children, do not let anyone lead you astray. 1. 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. This sometimes leads to confusion over verses. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God. 8 We therefore ought to receive such, that we might be fellowhelpers to the truth. 3:4; 1 John 5:10 has certified that God is true. 2 Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well. He was upright in what he did, as a faithful servant. 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. Even as thy soul prospereth. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} 3 John 1. Only 2 John has fewer verses, at 13. And goodness of others ; and grace must then be exercised in submitting to such a.... 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