Which epistle addresses hospitality and truth in a local church?

• A. 2 John
• B. 3 John
• C. Jude
• D. 1 John

Answer: (B)

Hospitality toward traveling Christian workers and fidelity to the gospel within a local church are being tested here. The third epistle of John focuses on two practical themes: welcoming and supporting those who come in the name of Christ, and living in the truth. It commends Gaius for his generous hospitality to fellow believers and for walking in the truth, showing that sharing resources with true messengers is a concrete expression of faithfulness to the gospel. It also contrasts this with Diotrephes, who refuses to receive John’s messengers and tries to dominate the church, illustrating how pride and hostility toward truthful witnesses can disrupt church life. While other writings address truth and warnings about false teachers, this epistle ties hospitality in the local church directly to upholding and living out the truth.