I rejoiced greatly (εχαρην λιαν). As in 2 John 1:4; Php 4:10, not epistolary aorist, but reference to his emotions at …

For I rejoiced greatly when the brethren came. Who these were is not certainly known. They may have been members of the same church with G…

Beloved.—St. John’s affection is founded on the high merits of Caius as a Christian.

Above all things.—Thi…

Behind this verse we see the flow of Christians between the early churches. This flow may have been occasioned in some instances by a change in per…

For I rejoiced greatly when the brethren came
From the place where Gaius lived, to that where John now resided; thes…

Those who are beloved by Christ will love their fellow believers for His sake. Soul prosperity is the greatest blessing on this side of heaven. Gra…