Lesson 267: 3 John 1:7
The Blueprint — The Verse
It was for the sake of the Name that they went out, receiving no help from the pagansPagan refers to the non‑Jewish, non‑Christian religious systems of the ancient world — polytheistic, idol‑centered, and rooted in nature worship, mythology, and regional deities. In Scripture, paganism represents worship directed toward created things rather than the Creator, and it forms the backdrop of Israel’s covenant struggle and the early church’s mission. More.
Memorization Practice
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The Context — The History
3 John commends Gaius for supporting traveling missionaries who depend on churches, not Gentile hospitality, because they go out for the Name of ChristJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
John praises Gaius's faithfulness to truth and hospitality to brothers strangers to him. They went out for the Name's sake, taking nothing from pagansPagan refers to the non‑Jewish, non‑Christian religious systems of the ancient world — polytheistic, idol‑centered, and rooted in nature worship, mythology, and regional deities. In Scripture, paganism represents worship directed toward created things rather than the Creator, and it forms the backdrop of Israel’s covenant struggle and the early church’s mission. More.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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They have testified about your love before the assembly. You will do well to send them forward on their journey in a way worthy of God,
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We therefore ought to receive such, that we may be fellow workers for the truth.
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Discussion
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How can you support gospel workers today?
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What does going out 'for the Name' mean?
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Why is church partnership vital for mission?
