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3 John 1:12
ESV Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also add our testimony, and you know that our testimony is true.
NIV Demetrius is well spoken of by everyone--and even by the truth itself. We also speak well of him, and you know that our testimony is true.
NASB Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself; and we testify too, and you know that our testimony is true.
CSB I have many things to write you, but I don't want to write to you with pen and ink.
NLT Everyone speaks highly of Demetrius, as does the truth itself. We ourselves can say the same for him, and you know we speak the truth.
KJV Demetrius hath good report of all men, and of the truth itself: yea, and we also bear record; and ye know that our record is true.

What does 3 John 1:12 mean?

Demetrius is mentioned in just this one verse of the Bible, yet it is rich in impact! First, Demetrius was widely known among believers as a godly man. Second, his life was consistent with God's truth. Third, Demetrius received praise from Christian leaders, including the apostle John himself. In a society where oral testimony held strong value, John's affirmation was a glowing endorsement of Demetrius's spiritual success. Even today, the endorsement of another Christian leader serves as strong evidence of a godly life. The example of Demetrius is a stark contrast to that of Diotrephes (3 John 1:9–10), who is not to be imitated. In fact, his actions are so harmful that even the elderly apostle John plans to come and confront him face-to-face.
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