3Jo 12 | MHM | STEP | The Character of Demetrius; Conclusion and Salutation This section introduces Demetrius, a man with a strong reputation for goodness, and ends the letter with final greetings and a blessing. Having a good name in the church is more valuable than any worldly success. The apostle John encourages believers to value good character, and he shows the importance of personal relationships and kind greetings among Christians. v. 12 : Demetrius is praised for his excellent character. Demetrius has a good report of all men (3 John 1:12 ). Not many people are spoken well of by everyone, but Demetrius is known for his honesty and goodness. He is also praised by the truth itself, meaning his actions line up with the message of the gospel. The apostle John and his friends add their own testimony, saying, we also bear record , and remind Gaius that he too knows this is true. It is important for Christians to support and encourage those who do good.

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The Character of Demetrius; Conclusion and Salutation

This section introduces Demetrius, a man with a strong reputation for goodness, and ends the letter with final greetings and a blessing. Having a good name in the church is more valuable than any worldly success. The apostle John encourages believers to value good character, and he shows the importance of personal relationships and kind greetings among Christians.

v. 12: Demetrius is praised for his excellent character. Demetrius has a good report of all men (3 John 1:12 ^a). Not many people are spoken well of by everyone, but Demetrius is known for his honesty and goodness. He is also praised by the truth itself, meaning his actions line up with the message of the gospel. The apostle John and his friends add their own testimony, saying, we also bear record, and remind Gaius that he too knows this is true. It is important for Christians to support and encourage those who do good.