This letter encourages Gaius to continue demonstrating love and support for fellow believers, especially traveling brothers who serve God's purposes, by providing them hospitality and aiding their journey.
It also addresses the conduct of Diotrephes, who arrogantly rejects the Apostle's authority, refuses to welcome church visitors, and discourages others from doing so, thereby acting against the truth.
The elder expresses a desire to visit Gaius soon to discuss these matters face to face and concludes with blessings of peace and greetings from friends.
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