A Commendable 1st Century Church Member

This epistle was written to Gaius, who was commended to John by travelling preachers and missionaries. He was commended for characteristics which should characterise all church members.

1. Reliability.
2. Meticulousness.
3. Charitableness.
4. He 'brought forth' the preachers of the Gospel, by hospitality, by prayer, and spiritual encouragement.