The Holy Bible - Third John

The Holy Bible is a collection of books. So I have split them up. I will read it in 1 year, every day ~15 minutes of reading.

Why read it?

The Third Letter of John is a very short personal note from the apostle John, written around 85–95 AD, to his friend Gaius. John praises Gaius for his faithfulness and hospitality to travelling teachers. He warns against Diotrephes, a leader who loves power and rejects authority. John also commends Demetrius.

You will find encouragement for helping God's workers and a warning against pride in church. This tiny letter shows how truth and love work in real relationships.

Favourite quote

In 3 John 1:11, John advises:

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.

These words urge us to copy good examples. Good actions show we belong to God.

What I Loved

The praise for Gaius in verses 3-4 moves me. John says, “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.” This joy of seeing others stay faithful touches any who teach or guide believers.

Key Takeaway

Third John teaches that we must support those who spread the gospel and reject those who seek control. Hospitality to true teachers brings blessing. The letter calls us to walk in truth, love the brothers, and follow good examples. It reminds us that God sees our actions and rewards faithfulness.