3 John 1:7

The Passion Translation

You see, it was their passion for the glory of the name of Christ that launched them out, and they’ve not accepted financial support from unbelievers.

Cross References

Revelation 2:3

I also know how you have bravely endured trials and persecutions because of my name, yet you have not become discouraged.

Colossians 1:24

I can even celebrate the sorrows I have experienced on your behalf; for as I join with you in your difficulties, it helps you to discover what lacks in your understanding of the sufferings Jesus Christ experienced for his body, the church.

2 Corinthians 12:13

Furthermore, how were you treated worse than the other churches, except that I didn’t burden you financially—forgive me for depriving you!

2 Corinthians 4:5

We don’t preach ourselves, but rather the lordship of Jesus Christ, for we are your servants for Jesus’ sake.

1 Corinthians 9:18

So then, where is my reward? It is found in continually depositing the good news into people’s hearts, without obligation, free of charge, and not insisting on my rights to be financially supported.

Acts 9:16

And I will show him how much he is destined to suffer because of his passion for me.”

Acts 8:4

Although the believers were scattered by persecution, they preached the wonderful news of the word of God wherever they went.

Acts 5:41

The apostles left there rejoicing, thrilled that God had considered them worthy to suffer disgrace for the name of Jesus.

John 15:21

They will treat you this way because you are mine, and they don’t know the One who sent me.

Acts 20:33

“I haven’t been after your money or any of your possessions.

Acts 20:35

I’ve left you an example of how you should serve and take care of those who are weak. For we must always cherish the words of our Lord Jesus, who taught, ‘Giving brings a far greater blessing than receiving.’  ”

Philippians 2:9

Because of that obedience, God exalted him and multiplied his greatness! He has now been given the greatest of all names!

3 John 1:8

They are deserving of all the support we can give them, because through our giving we can partner with them for the truth.