2 John 1:12

Although I had many things to write to you, I did not wish to do so with paper and ink; instead I hope to come to you and speak face to face, so that our joy may be complete.

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In The King James Version

Having many things to write unto you, I would not write with paper and ink: but I trust to come unto you, and speak face to face, that our joy may be full.

In Context

11because whoever tells him, “I wish you well,” participates in his malignant works.

13The children of your elect sister greet you. Amen.

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Cross References

John 16:12“I still have many things to say to you but you cannot bear it now.

John 17:13But now I am coming to You, and I speak these things in the world so that they may have my joy made full in them.

1 Corinthians 16:5Now I will come to you when I pass through Macedonia (for I am coming through Macedonia).

Philemon 1:22But meanwhile, do prepare a guest room for me, because I hope that through your (pl) prayers I will be graciously bestowed on you (pl).

Hebrews 13:23Know that brother Timothy has been released, with whom I will see you, if he comes quickly.

Matthew Henry on 2 John 1:11-12

Caution against Seducers. ( a. d. 90.) 10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed: 11 For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds. Here, I. Upon due warning given concerning seducers, the apostle gives direction concerning the treatment of such. They are not to be entertained as the ministers of Christ. The Lord Christ will distinguish them from such, and so would he have his disciples. The direction is negative. 1.… Read the whole commentary →

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