How to Use This Commentary Third John closes by shifting our attention from a negative example to a positive one. After warning the church about the pride of Diotrephes, John encourages believers to imitate a faithful man named Demetrius. In doing so, he reminds us that the Christian life is learned not only through biblical... Continue Reading →
Who Was Demetrius in the Bible? Two Men, Two Very Different Legacies Series: People of the Bible Primary texts: Acts 19:23–41; 3 John 11–12 This post is written in three tiers so you can read at your pace: (1) Quick Look, (2) Simple Explanation, (3) Deep Dive. Key to watch: The New Testament mentions two... Continue Reading →
Who Was Diotrephes in the Bible? The Man Who Loved to Be First Series: People of the Bible Primary text: 3 John 9–11 This post is written in three tiers so you can read at your pace: (1) Quick Look, (2) Simple Explanation, (3) Deep Dive. Key to watch: Diotrephes appears in only two verses... Continue Reading →
Who Is John the Elder in the Bible? Why the Apostle John Used This Title Series: People of the Bible Primary texts: 2 John 1; 3 John 1 This post is written in three tiers so you can read at your pace: (1) Quick Look, (2) Simple Explanation, (3) Deep Dive. Key to watch: "The... Continue Reading →
Who Was Gaius in the Bible? The Faithful Friend Who Supported Gospel Mission Series: People of the Bible Primary texts: 3 John, Acts 19:29, Acts 20:4, Romans 16:23, 1 Corinthians 1:14 This post is written in three tiers so you can read at your pace: (1) Quick Look, (2) Simple Explanation, (3) Deep Dive. Key... Continue Reading →