A good testimony

3 John 12 Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself; and we add our testimony, and you know that our testimony is true. Having addressed the problematic attitude of Diotrophes, we now learn why John was compelled to write this letter to Gaius. It is speculated that Demetrius was one of those sent out for the sake of the Name, who also carried this letter of commendation to Gaius. Gaius probably didn’t know Demetrius, so John introduces him by saying he had a good reputation among everyone, his love for Christ and others was obvious in his life, and last, but not least, John highly recommended him. Demetrius should be received, loved, supported, and sent on his way with blessings. Can this be said of you and me? Do we have a good testimony among everyone who knows us in our church community? Can it be said of us that our lives match our profession of faith and purpose in life? Are we known for practicing good works? If we will live to love with Jesus, I suggest that we will have a good testimony and give Jesus a good reputation among those who know us. Like Demetrius, we live for the sake of the Name. Doesn’t this encourage you today? It gives us vision for how we are to live our lives for the glory of God. We aren’t measuring ourselves by those around us, we are walking in a manner worthy of God. Expressing His love, generosity, and goodness through our words and actions testifies that Jesus has conquered sin and death on our behalf and abides in us. What a privilege and joy it is to live to love with Jesus!