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3 John

THE THIRD LETTER FROM

JOHN

INTRODUCTION

The Third Letter from John was written by “the Elder” to a church leader named Gaius. The writer praises Gaius because of his help to other Christians, and warns against a man named Diotrephes.

Outline of Contents

Introduction 1–4

Gaius is praised 5–8

Diotrephes is condemned 9–10

Demetrius is commended 11–12

Conclusion 13–15

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