Message Take Aways:

1. The greeting of this epistle celebrates Gaius’ commitment to walk in truth and conveys the joy that John experienced as a result of it—“For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Is it not even you in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at His coming?” 1 Thessalonians 2:19

2. Gaius’ generosity in showing hospitality to faithful brethren not only established a godly reputation, but also allowed him to become a co-laborer in the ministry, for which he would be rewarded by the Lord—“As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” 1 Peter 4:10

3. The bad example of Diotrephes and the good testimony of Demetrius serve to contrast wicked, fleshly behavior with genuine Christian conduct—“For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light” Ephesians 5:8