3 John 1:10 kjv — Wherefore, if I come, I will remember his deeds which he doeth, prating against us with malicious words: and not conten…

King James Version

“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.”

— 3 John 1:10, King James Version

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3 John 1:10 in Other Translations

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  • ASV

    “Therefore, if I come, I will bring to remembrance his works which he doeth, prating against us with wicked words: and not content therewith, neither doth he himself receive the brethren, and them that would he forbiddeth and casteth them out of the church.”

  • DARBY

    “For this reason, if I come, I will bring to remembrance his works which he does, babbling against us with wicked words; and not content with these, neither does he himself receive the brethren; and those who would he prevents, and casts [them] out of the assembly.”

  • DRB

    “For this cause, if I come, I will advertise his works which he doth; with malicious words prating against us. And as if these things were not enough for him, neither doth he himself receive the brethren, and them that do receive them he forbiddeth, and casteth out of the church.”

3 John 1 — Context

7

Because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.

8

We therefore ought to receive such, that we might be fellowhelpers to the truth.

9

I wrote unto the church: but Diotrephes, who loveth to have the preeminence among them, receiveth us not.

10

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.

11

Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.

12

Demetrius hath good report of all men, and of the truth itself: yea, and we also bear record; and ye know that our record is true.

13

I had many things to write, but I will not with ink and pen write unto thee:

3 John 1:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 3 John 1:10 say?
3 John 1:10 in the King James Version reads: “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.”
Where is 3 John 1:10 in the Bible?
3 John 1:10 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 3 John, chapter 1, verse 10.
Who wrote 3 John?
3 John is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle ("the elder"). It was written c. AD 85–95.
What is the book of 3 John about?
A short, personal letter commending Gaius for hospitality to itinerant Christian workers, rebuking a domineering local leader named Diotrephes, and commending Demetrius. A glimpse of first-century church life from the inside.
What are the major themes of 3 John?
3 John explores themes including Hospitality, Truth, Leadership, Encouragement. These themes shape the meaning and context of 3 John 1:10.
What translation should I read 3 John 1:10 in?
3 John 1:10 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 3 John 1:10?
3 John 1:10 reads (KJV): “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.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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