3 Some brothers in Christ came and told me about the truth in your life. They said that you are following the way of truth. This made me very happy.
4 It always gives me the greatest joy when I hear that my children are following the way of truth.
5 My dear friend, it is good that you continue to help the brothers. You are helping those that you do not even know!
6 These brothers told the church about the love you have. Please help them to continue their trip. Help them in a way that will please God.
7 They started out on their trip to serve Christ. They did not accept any help from those who are not believers.
8 So we should help these brothers. And when we do, we share in their work for the truth.
9 I wrote a letter to the church. But Diotrephes will not listen to what we say. He always wants to be their leader.