PPG view of 3rd John

Primitive Pentecostal reading of the book of 3rd John Bible emphasizes the believers’ spiritual authority. Primitive Pentecostals believe that believers are appointed by God to be His representatives and ambassadors on earth. As such, they view them as having authority over evil spiritual forces and being able to proclaim the word of God on earth. This is seen in the reference to the beloved Gaius being “over all the churches” including those in the vicinity of Ephesus (3 John 1:2). Primitive Pentecostals also emphasize the importance of living a life that promotes and encourages love and prudence (3 John 1:11,12).

Primitive Pentecostals also see the book of 3rd John Bible as a source of encouragement, guidance, and advice. In verses 5-8 of 3rd John Bible, the author encourages us to be mindful of the importance of hospitality and treating others kindly regardless of their faith or status. Primitive Pentecostals also see this as a source of comfort since it reminds believers that serving one another is an act of faith and obedience to God. Primitive Pentecostals also understand the importance of living a life of reverence, holiness, and separation from all that is evil (3 John 1:11).

Primitive Pentecostals also see the book of 3rd John Bible as a reminder of the rewards of faithfulness to God. Primitive Pentecostals believe that believers will be rewarded with the anointing, baptism and outpouring of the Holy Spirit if they remain faithful to God. This is seen in 3 John 2:10 where “He that doeth good, is of God: he that doeth evil, hath not God”. Primitive Pentecostals also understand the importance ofbeing obedient to God’s Word no matter how difficult it may be. Primitive Pentecostals believe that believers should strive to “walk in truth” (3 John 1:2).

In conclusion, Primitive Pentecostals emphasize how important it is to understand the book of 3rd John Bible. It provides invaluable guidance, encouragement and advice that is meant to help believers live a life of faith and trust in God. Primitive Pentecostals understand 3rd John Bible as a source of spiritual authority, a reminder of the rewards of remaining faithful to God, and a source of comfort knowing that one can serve God faithfully even if it means going against the world.