3. The occasion and argument of the Epistle.
The occasion for writing to Gaius was furnished by those that were praising the constancy of Gaius in John’s presence. On this occasion, Saint John rejoices over him, exhorts him to continue his beneficence toward the household of faith, marks Diotrephes, attests to Demetrius, and promises his own coming.
Dr. Dilday's Sermon: "A Sweeter Fellowship" (3 John 12-14)
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Dr. Dilday's Sermon: "An Evil Example" (3 John 9-11)
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1) Introduction
2) Analysis
a) Review
b) Verse 9
c) Verse 10
d) Verse 11
3) Doctrine: A sin is more heinous in the sight of God when committed by a superior.
WLC 151a: What are those aggravations that make some sins more heinous than others? Sins receive their aggravations, From the persons offending if they be of riper age, greater experience or grace, eminent for profession, gifts, place, office, guides to others, and whose example is likely to be followed by others.
WLC 127: The honour which inferiors owe to their superiors is, all due reverence in heart, word, and behaviour . . . imitation of their virtues an…
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