What's 3 John 1:2 [KJV] all about?

Back to Basics: Christian living Q&A - What is the 3 John 1:2 [KJV] all about?

3 John 1:2 [KJV] is often misinterpreted as a verse about money and prosperity, but it is actually a simple greeting and well-wishing for the recipient's overall well-being and health. The verse is part of a letter from John to Gaius, where John expresses his joy in hearing that Gaius is walking in truth. The word 'prosper' in this context means well-being and not financial prosperity. The verse should not be used as a foundation for the prosperity gospel, which distorts its true meaning. It is a reminder to prioritize spiritual and physical well-being.

Takeaways:

3 John 1:2 [KJV] is a simple greeting and well-wishing for overall well-being and health.
The verse should not be used to promote the prosperity gospel or as a promise of financial prosperity.
The word 'prosper' in this context means well-being and not money.
The verse is part of a letter from John to Gaius, expressing joy in Gaius walking in truth.
It is important to read verses in their proper context to avoid misinterpretation.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Question
00:29 Misinterpretation of 3 John 1:2 [KJV] by the Prosperity Gospel
02:39 The Context of 3 John 1:2 [KJV] A Simple Greeting
04:56 Understanding the True Meaning of 3 John 1:2 [KJV]
05:24 Beware of the Deception of the Prosperity Gospel
06:20 Conclusion

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