scripture: 3 john 1:1-1:8

Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they are healthy spiritually? If your physical health mirrored your spiritual health, would you be fit and energetic? Would you be in bed with a prolonged sickness? Or would we need a crash cart for you today? Gaius’ reputation preceded him. Not only was he speaking the truth, he was walking in it. It’s a joyful thing when a Christian’s profession and practice match! Christian: you are not a disciple alone. You are to be a disciple-making disciple. The church should support missionaries. You may never go to where they are, but by financially and prayerfully supporting missionaries you are their co-workers in the truth. Does your profession and your practice match? Are you walking in the truth? Are you being called to be the sender? Or are you being called to be the sent?

Jesus’ command is to love one another, and when we fail to do so we reveal our wrong theology. Our friendships should thrive on a shared relationship with Jesus, the Truth. What if we asked God to bless someone physically to the same degree that they are healthy spiritually? If your physical health mirrored your spiritual health, would you be fit and energetic? Would you be in bed with a prolonged sickness? Or would we need a crash cart for you today? Gaius’ reputation preceded him. Not only was he speaking the truth, he was walking in it. It’s a joyful thing when a Christian’s profession and practice match! Christian: you are not a disciple alone. You are to be a disciple-making disciple. The church should support missionaries. You may never go to where they are, but by financially and prayerfully supporting missionaries you are their co-workers in the truth. Does your profession and your practice match? Are you walking in the truth? Are you being called to be the sender? Or are you being called to be the sent?

1. A heart set to seek the face of God consistently. Psalm 27:8 2. Having a heart that is humble in the sight of God and man. Luke 14:11, 1 Peter 5:6 3. Having a life that honors God with your substance. Micah 6:8 4. Have a life ( and pace) that is regulated by the Holy Spirit. Isaiah 26:3, Isaiah 28:16 5. Be committed to helping others. Matthew 5:45 6. You must keep hope alive. 1 Corinthians 13:13 7. Strike the home button. The home button takes us back to reflect on our lives, ask ourselves fundamental questions, and come back to the fundamentals. Isaiah 38:1

John instructs Gaius and all believers to walk in truth and to work for the truth.

"You will do well to send them out in a manner worthy of God." A brief description of the high calling of the missionary supporter.