The shortest book in the Bible, 3 John commends Gaius and Demetruis for their faithful service.
INTRODUCTION TO
3 John
Outline:
- Salutation. (ver. 1)
- Gaius’s love and faith commended. (ver. 2-8)
- Diotrephes’s actions rebuked. (ver. 9-10)
- Demetrius’s actions praised. (ver. 11-12)
- Final greetings. (ver. 13-14)
Author: The Apostle John.
Date: Between a.d. 85 and 96.
Title: From the book’s author, John.
Background: Third John, a book of only 14 verses, centers around three people. Gaius is either a pastor or a church leader who consistently walks in the truth; Diotrephes is a disruptive and prideful leading man in the church; and Demetrius is the reputable layman who probably took this letter from John to Gaius. At this time there are a number of traveling missionaries who spread the gospel from church to church and are supported by church members taking them into their homes. John uses this occasion to encourage such generosity. John was a leader in the church at Ephesus for many years, having moved there from Jerusalem, where he cared for Jesus’ mother after the crucifixion.
Where Written: Probably Ephesus.
To Whom: To Gaius.
Content: Having traveled with Jesus, John understands the need for itinerant ministers to be aided in their efforts. John writes this letter to his friend Gaius, commending him and encouraging him to continue his support for the evangelists who travel throughout Asia Minor. Gaius is further warned not to be like Diotrephes, who refuses to help the missionaries, undermines the authority of John, and even banishes from the church all who desire to give aid to these traveling bearers of truth. In contrast, Demetrius is highly commended as a model church member. John closes this third letter with his hope to visit soon.
Key Words: “Joy”; “Hospitality.”
The abundant “joy” that John expresses is for the faithfulness of Gaius and other believers who continue to walk in truth. The “hospitality” they show to the itinerant preachers and other Christian brothers is a trait that the entire church is commissioned to develop.
Themes: • The family of God should support other members of the family who proclaim the gospel. • When we support a ministry, we become a partner of that ministry. • A good reputation will follow a conscientious walk with God. • Believers should stand firm against hypocrites diluting the mission of the church.
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