Read 3 John in the King James Version, with a plain-language reading beneath every verse. Here are a few to start with.
From 3 John
The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth.
From the wise elder to dear Gaius, whom I deeply cherish with sincere love.
Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
My dear, my greatest desire is for you to thrive and be healthy, just as your soul is flourishing.
Beloved, thou doest faithfully whatsoever thou doest to the brethren, and to strangers;
Dear loved one, your actions towards both friends and strangers are truly sincere and faithful.
Wherefore, if I come, I will remember his deeds which he doeth, prating against us with malicious words: and not content therewith, neither doth he himself receive the brethren, and forbiddeth them that would, and casteth them out of the church.
When I arrive, I'll recall his actions, how he spitefully gossips about us. He's not satisfied with just that, he doesn't welcome our brothers, even prevents those who want to, and expels them from the church.
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