Theme

The primary purpose of this letter seems to be to encourage one who had proven true to Christ, but was in the midst of a corrupted church. Perseverance in truth and love. Truth is commended and encouraged, while the evil deeds of the opposition are mentioned to make certain their rejection by the workers of truth.Outline

Outline

  1. Introduction (3Jn 1-2)
  2. Blessings of Faithfulness (3Jn 3-8)
    1. Faithfulness to Truth Blesses the Teacher (3Jn 3-4)
    2. Faithfulness to Love Blesses the Lover (3Jn 5-8)
      1. Faithful Acts are Recognized by Faithful Men (3Jn 5-6)
      2. Faithful Men are Recognized by Faithful Acts (3Jn 7-8)
  3. Deceitful Men are Recognized by Deceitful Acts (3Jn 9-10)
  4. Persevere in Doing Good (3Jn 11-12)
  5. Conclusion (3Jn 13-14)