3 John 1:13
Armenian Eastern Bible 1994
What Does This Mean?
The writer of the letter to John says he had a lot more to say, but instead of writing it all down with ink and pen, he chose not to. The key message is about restraint in communication.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have lots of stickers to give your friend, but you decide only to send a few because you want to keep some for yourself or maybe share them another day. That's kind of what the writer did here—he had more to say but chose not to write it all down right then.
Historical Background
This verse is from one of John’s letters, likely written in the late first century AD. It was addressed to a friend named Gaius who supported other Christians. The cultural context involves early Christian communities facing persecution and internal conflicts.
Living It Out Today
Imagine you have lots of feedback for your coworker but choose only the most important points to share in an email, saving some details for a face-to-face conversation later. This verse reminds us that sometimes it's better not to overwhelm others with too much information at once.