2 John 1:12

Having many things to write to you, I would not write them with paper and ink: but I hope to come to you, and mouth to mouth to speak to you, in order that our joy may be full.

1902 William Baxter Godbey NT

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

11for the one bidding him God speed partakes of his evil deeds.

13The children of thy elect sister salute thee.

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Cross References

John 16:12I have many things to say to you, but you are not able to bear them now.

John 17:13And now I come to thee; and speak these things in the world, that they may have my joy complete in themselves.

1 Corinthians 16:5But I will come to you when I may go through Macedonia; for I do go through Macedonia;

Philemon 1:22And at the same time also prepare for me a lodging: for I hope that through your prayers I will be consigned unto you.

Hebrews 13:23Know our brother Timothy has departed; with whom, if he may come the more speedily, I shall see you.

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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