I wrote something to the church, but Diotrephes, who loves to be first among them, does not accept what we say.

wherefore if I come I will declare his deeds which he doeth, jesting on us with malicious words, neither is therewith content. Not only he himself receiveth not the brethren: but also he forbiddeth them that would, and thrusteth them out of the congregation.

Beloved, do not imitate that which is evil, but that which is good. He who does good is of God. He who does evil hasn't seen God.

Demetrius has been testified by all, and by the truth itself. But we also testify, and ye know that our testimony is true.

I had many things to write to you, but I am unwilling to write to you with ink and pen;

but I hope to see you soon, and we will speak face to face. Peace be to you. The friends greet you. Greet the friends by name.