King James Version
What Does 3 John 1:7 Mean?
“Because that for his name's sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.”
Context
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Beloved, thou doest faithfully whatsoever thou doest to the brethren, and to strangers;
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Which have borne witness of thy charity before the church: whom if thou bring forward on their journey after a godly sort, thou shalt do well: after: Gr. worthy of God
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Because that for his name's sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.
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We therefore ought to receive such, that we might be fellowhelpers to the truth. fellowhelpers: or, joint-labourers
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I wrote unto the church: but Diotrephes, who loveth to have the preeminence among them, receiveth us not.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary19. Reason for subjection even to froward masters.
**thankworthy--**(Lu 6:33). A course out of the common, and especially praiseworthy in the eyes of God: not as Rome interprets, earning merit, and so a work of supererogation (compare 1Pe 2:20).
**for conscience toward God--**literally, "consciousness of God": from a conscientious regard to God, more than to men.
**endure--**Greek, "patiently bear up under": as a superimposed burden [Alford].
**grief--**Greek, "griefs."
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of 3 John. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
3 John 1:7 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
Verses related to 3 John 1:7
2 Corinthians 4:5
→Revelation 2:3
→2 Kings 5:15-16
→Colossians 1:24
→1 Corinthians 9:18
→2 Corinthians 11:7-9
→Cross-references from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge