Release date is 2005-06-01

From www.ebible.org with slight reformatting by Martin Ward

"The World English Bible (WEB): 3 John by Anonymous" is a brief religious text likely written in the late 1st century. This book falls within the genre of epistolary literature and serves as a letter addressed to an individual named Gaius. The central theme revolves around the importance of truth, hospitality, and the conduct of its recipients within the Christian community. In this letter, the author, referred to as "the elder," expresses his affection for Gaius and commends him for living in truth and demonstrating love towards fellow believers. The letter contrasts Gaius’s faithful actions with those of Diotrephes, who is depicted as arrogant and divisive, refusing to accept authority and expelling those who do. The letter emphasizes the necessity of supporting those who spread the gospel and concludes with a message of peace and personal connection, underscoring the value of community among believers. Overall, 3 John highlights the importance of integrity and good works in the Christian faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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