"THE THIRD EPISTLE OF JOHN" Chapter One John greets Gaius, praying for his prosperity and health, rejoicing to hear that he is walking in truth (1-4). John approves his hospitality toward brethren and strangers, especially those serving the Lord (5-8). John condemns the deeds of Diotrephes (9-10), commends the testimony of Demetrius (11-12), and concludes with a hope to see Gaius soon (13-14). POINTS TO PONDER * The joy of seeing one’s converts growing in Christ * The importance of hospitality in the spread of the gospel * The contrast between spirituality and carnality among Christians REVIEW QUESTIONS 1) What are the main points of this chapter? - Greetings, with an expression of great joy - 3Jn 1:1-4 - The confirmation of Gaius - 3Jn 1:5-8 - The condemnation of Diotrephes - 3Jn 1:9-10 - The commendation of Demetrius - 3Jn 1:11-12 - Concluding remarks - 3Jn 1:13-14 2) To whom is this epistle addressed? (1) - The beloved Gaius 3) For what does John pray in behalf of Gaius? (2) - That he may prosper and be in health, just as his soul prospers 4) What gave John his greatest joy? (4) - To hear that his children walk in truth 5) For what does John praise Gaius? (5-7) - His kindness toward brethren and strangers, especially those serving the Lord 6) What benefit do we receive when we support those who serve the Lord? (8) - We become fellow workers for the truth 7) Of what was Diotrephes guilty? (9-10) - Seeking preeminence, refusing to receive John - Prating against him with malicious words - Refusing to receive brethren, putting out of the church those who do 8) What exhortation does John give to Gaius? Who does he commend? (11-12) - Do not imitate what is evil, but what is good; Demetrius, for his good testimony
May 4, 2016
From Mark Copeland... "THE THIRD EPISTLE OF JOHN" Chapter One
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