Basic Bible Teaching: The Third Epistle of John

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

The Third Epistle of John | Deep Dive Bible Study

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]A @Christadelphians Video: Description: The elderly apostle John hurriedly gets this letter off to an ecclesia undergoing conflict. Gaius was commended for walking in the truth and demonstrating his love of the brethren by hospitality, whilst Diotrophes is described as self-serving and loving to have the pre-eminence in the ecclesias. He uses malicious words and is singled out as one who practises excommunication. John encourages members to stay with Demetrius and the faithful who are “named”! Join us for a thought-provoking expositional study of the often-overlooked 3rd Epistle of John. This wonderful letter addresses vital themes for ecclesial life: walking in truth, faithful hospitality, and navigating conflict within the brotherhood. Discover how Gaius’ steadfastness contrasts sharply with Diotrephes’ self-promotion, revealing timeless lessons on humility, fellowship, and upholding God’s truth. A revealing examination for all seeking to deepen their walk in faith. **Chapters / Timestamps:** 00:00 - Introduction to the epistle’s significance 01:22 - Urgency behind John’s writing (Verse 13) 02:04 - Contrast: Gaius vs. Diotrephes 03:15 - Gaius’ identity and character (Romans 16:23) 04:35 - John’s love for Gaius and "walking in truth" 05:50 - The meaning of "walking" spiritually (Matthew 7:22, Romans 4:12, 6:4) 07:55 - Joy in faithful walking (Verse 4) 08:43 - Gaius’ hospitality (Verses 5-7) 10:04 - Diotrephes’ rebellion (Verses 9-10) 13:10 - Ecclesial responsibility (1 Timothy 3:14-15) 14:27 - Following good, rejecting evil (Verse 11) 15:50 - Demetrius: a model of faithfulness (Verse 12) 16:18 - Greeting "by name" and its significance (John 10:3) 17:30 - Why this letter was urgent 19:00 - Conclusion: Lessons for today [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhJAdliTX78[/embedyt] **Bible Verses Featured (Category Listing):** - ✉️ **3 John 1:1–14** (Full epistle) - 🤝 **Galatians 2:9** (Pillars of the church) - 🏠 **Romans 16:23** (Gaius as host) - 👣 **Matthew 7:22** (Warning about empty works) - 🌱 **Romans 4:12** (Walking in faith like Abraham) - 💧 **Romans 6:4** (Walking in newness of life) - ⛪ **1 Timothy 3:14–15** (Ecclesia as God’s house) - 🐑 **John 10:3** (Christ knows us by name) **Tags:** Bible study, 3 John exposition, Gaius, Diotrephes, New Testament letters, Christian hospitality, ecclesial conflict, walking in truth, biblical faithfulness, scripture teaching, brotherly love

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