3 John

Third John is a short, personal letter written by John to his beloved friend, Gaius, praising him for his faithful support of traveling missionaries and his hospitality toward them. The book provides a powerful contrast between two men: Gaius, who exemplifies Christ-like love and support for the Gospel ministry, and a man named Diotrephes, who is condemned for his arrogant pride, love of preeminence, and selfish rejection of John's authority and those who preach the truth. The letter serves as an essential lesson on church politics, leadership, and the crucial importance of warmly supporting and encouraging those who are faithfully laboring to spread the truth of the Gospel.