3 John 1:4 nasb — I have no greater joy than this, to hear of my children walking in the truth.

NASB

"I have no greater joy than this, to hear of my children walking in the truth."

— 3 John 1:4, NASB

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3 John 1 — Context

1

The elder to the beloved Gaius, whom I love in truth.

2

Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers.

3

For I was very glad when brethren came and testified to your truth, that is, how you are walking in truth.

4

I have no greater joy than this, to hear of my children walking in the truth.

5

Beloved, you are acting faithfully in whatever you accomplish for the brethren, and especially when they are strangers;

6

and they have testified to your love before the church. You will do well to send them on their way in a manner worthy of God.

7

For they went out for the sake of the Name, accepting nothing from the Gentiles.

3 John 1:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 3 John 1:4 say?
3 John 1:4 in the NASB reads: “I have no greater joy than this, to hear of my children walking in the truth.”
Where is 3 John 1:4 in the Bible?
3 John 1:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 3 John, chapter 1, verse 4.
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 1:4.
What translation should I read 3 John 1:4 in?
3 John 1:4 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 1:4?
3 John 1:4 reads (NASB): “I have no greater joy than this, to hear of my children walking in the truth.” 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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