9 I wrote something to the church, but Diotrephes, who likes to put himself first, doesn’t welcome us.10 Because of this, if I come, I will bring up what he has done—making unjustified and wicked accusations against us. And as if that were not enough, he not only refuses to welcome the brothers and sisters but stops those who want to do so and even throws them out of the church!11 Dear friend, don’t imitate what is bad but what is good. Whoever practices what is good belongs to God. Whoever practices what is bad has not seen God.
12 Everyone speaks highly of Demetrius, even the truth itself. We also speak highly of him, and you know that what we say is true.
13 I have a lot to say to you, but I don’t want to use pen and ink.14 I hope to see you soon, and we will speak face-to-face.
15 Peace be with you. Your friends here greet you. Greet our friends there by name.
End of 3 John. Tomorrow begins Jude
No Service on Sun. Dec. 29th
To give our volunteers and staff time to rest, there will be no church service on Sunday, December 29. Regular Sunday services will resume on January 5, 2025. We look forward to starting the new year with you!