Some things are better said face to face, don’t you agree? Another short letter from John setting up a visit in person for more truth sharing and direction for life. This time, we have a name, Gaius. That’s the name of one of my favorite characters from the television series, “The Chosen.” In that show, Gaius is not a fellow Jew but a Roman officer who comes to faith in Jesus. I couldn’t help but think of that character as John writes to his friend, Gaius.
Can you relate to John’s sentiment in verse 4? “ I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.” I definitely can. In addition to my own “children,” I think of all the individuals, most of them children, whom I have shared the gospel with over the years. When I see them as adults living out their faith, a warm feeling just bubbles up inside me. To have played a small role in planting seeds or watering seeds of faith already planted brings joy. Continue reading “3 John 1-15 – Who Are You Supporting?”
