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# Introduction to 3 John
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### Outline of the Book of 3 John
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1. Introduction (1:1)
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1. Encouragement and instructions to show hospitality (1:2-8)
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1. Diotrephes and Demetrius (1:9-12)
1. Conclusion (1:13-14)
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### Who wrote the Book of 3 John?
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The letter does not give the name of the author. The author only identified himself as "the elder" (1:1). The letter was probably written by the Apostle John near the end of his life.
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### What is the Book of 3 John about?
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John wrote this letter to a believer named Gaius. He instructed Gaius to be hospitable to fellow believers who were traveling through his area.
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