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As Others See Us

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jun 30, 2001

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John the Elder writes an appraisal of three church members: Gaius - who serves others, Diotrephes - who hinders others, and Demetrius - who attracts others.

AS OTHERS SEE US The third letter of John is one of the shortest in the New Testament but it has much to say to us. It’s a warm and honest pastoral letter. A straight from the shoulder message from a pastor to his people. Where encouragement and commendation are ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Keys To Greatness

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Nov 23, 2004

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Greatness is not a promise, it is a covenant. God has destined every beliiever to be great, you inclusive. This sermons opens your eyes to the keys that unlock greatness. God bless you as you read through and apply these principles.

THE KEYS TO GREATNESS The kingdom of God is principle based. The blessings of God are kept a secret from everybody. They are concealed and it takes people with insight to find them out. “For unto you it is given to know the secrets of the kingdom of God” Luke 8:10 “It is the glory of God to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Treat The Good The Bad And The Ugly Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Dec 17, 2007

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3 John gives to us a glimpse into the life and struggles of the church of the first century. They struggled with the truth and with personalities. To borrow the words of a New Testament scholar: “Third John is all about the Elder, who wrote it; Gaius, who

Jay Leno once said that the Christmas tree is the perfect houseplant for him because it is already dead. And that’s probably true for many of us. Growing house plants sometimes is hard work. One preacher was given a Peace Lily for a wedding gift. I don’t know what the symbolism means. Peace ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Homes That Are Joyful Series

Contributed by Dave Stone on Jun 19, 2013

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“Why is a personal relationship with Christ the foundation for a joyful home?” It's because Christ is the source of our joy.

You may be single, but today’s message will help to point you in the right direction should you get married and have kids in the future. You may be older or widowed. These principles are ones that you can pass along to your kids and to your grandchildren. The family is under attack from all ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 29, 2008

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God provides people in our path in life to be an example for us. We need to be wise, on our end, to follow those who live for the truth of God.

Follow Griffith Baptist Church – 8/31/08 A.M. Service Text: 3 John Key verse: 3 John 1:10 - Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God. The Introduction Some believe that leading is easier than ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Hospitality - Short And Sweet #2 Series

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Sep 30, 2008

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This is our second in a series I call Short and Sweet As we look at some of the often forgotten short books in the N.T. It looks at the need for hospitality in today’s world

Christian Hospitality III John You may be wondering why I chose 3 John this morning Why not start with 1 John? Well I have been known to buck the system Go against the flow, do things a little differently No, actually I choose 3 John next because it is similar in a way to Philemon that we studied ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Want Us Rich And Healthy?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 17, 2009

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Get a prosperous soul and let God decide if your life will match it or be given something better.

If you listen to many of the TV and radio preachers you would think that Christ is the dispenser of the American dream. Indeed, God’s throne seems to be a celestial Las Vegas where instead of spinning a wheel your prayers are like rolling dice. If you roll the right number God drops money, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:31-40, 3 John 1:1-2, 1 Timothy 6:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Dear Gaius Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Feb 13, 2011

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2nd in the sermon series Letters from John. This sermon studies 3rd John. In it, John urges us that if we really believe what we really believe is really true, then we should walk in truth.

TEXT: 3rd John vs. 1-13 TITLE: Dear Gaius “Can you handle the truth?” SERIES: Letters from John TOPIC: TRUTH OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, November 14, 2010 PROP.: If we really believe in Jesus Christ, it should impact the way we live our lives…we should WALK in ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Diotrephes

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 17, 2011

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John writes a letter that commends his friend Gaius, encourages him, and assures him that the troublemaker Diotrephes would be dealt with.

VERSES 1-2 FROM JOHN WITH LOVE Once again we have John addressing himself as the elder, which is more a title of authority than speaking of age. He addresses his letter to his dear friend Gaius and once again, as we saw in his gospel and his first two letter, emphasizes LOVE. He declares that ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are You Imitating?

Contributed by Greg Tabor on Feb 8, 2010

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Don't imitate what is evil, but rather what is good. Even in the church and even in leadership we can find poor examples. We shouldn't walk after the example of men and women like Diotrephes. We should instead follow the example of men and women who exhib

Who are you imitating? 6/14/09 Lighthouse Assembly of God Pastor Greg Tabor Text: 3 John (NIV) Let’s look at the introduction to John’s letter: 1The elder, To my dear friend Gaius, whom I love in the truth. 2Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Healthy Body Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 10, 2011

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The first sermon in this series looks at what it means to be a body.

A Healthy Body So, how do you feel about your body? Strange question isn’t it? Most of us would rather not think about our bodies and if we do we probably don’t think very complementary things. It’s too fat or too skinny, too short or too tall. Bumpy, lumpy or just plain ugly ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Walking In Truth

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 22, 2010

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3 John verse 11 echoes the words of John throughout his writings. We are called by Jesus Christ to leave sin and follow the truth.

This morning our text is 3 John. Adam Clarke notes that we seldom hear 3 John quoted but in reproof of lordly tyrants, or prating troublesome fellows in the Church. He says that it has been the lot of both the minor prophets and the minor epistles to be generally neglected, because with many ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Prepared To Receive?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 21, 2011

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Not much is known of Gaius, he was probably a faithful member in one of the churches of Asia Minor. The Apostle John conveys his own appreciation for Gaius by calling him “beloved,” 4 times in this one chapter. For the Apostle John to ask about Gaius’ hea

3 John 2 Are You Prepared to Receive? A pastor was visiting a family one day. He knocked on the door but no one answered it. He knocked again and again, but still no answer. He thought he heard someone inside but they just wouldn’t answer the door. Finally he wrote a note and ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Church Of God

Walking In Truth

Contributed by John Mccormack on Dec 29, 2011

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FOCAL POINT: WALKING IN TRUTH IS WALKING IN GOD’S TRUTH!

WALKING IN TRUTH 3 JOHN 1-4 FOCAL POINT: WALKING IN TRUTH IS WALKING IN GOD’S TRUTH! INTRODUCTION: THIS LETTER GENERALLY ACCREDITED TO THE APOSTLE JOHN (ELDER), WRITTEN TO GAIUS, A DEVOTED DISCIPLE OF CHRIST, TO ONE OF THE CHURCHES IN A PROVINCE IN ASIA. THE INTENT WAS TO CORRECT A ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Successful

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 7, 2011

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This sermon will detail what it takes to be successful in your calling.

How to be Successful III John, Verse 2 By: JB Hall Introduction: Here in our text verse, God, through the pen of John, tells us that He wishes above all things that we may prosper and be in health, even as our soul prospers. God does not wish poverty, oppression, and suffering for His ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

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