BSB
Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health, as your soul also prospers.
WEB
Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers.
KJV
Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
Matthew Henry
Greek interlinear
εὐοδοῦσθαι
εὐοδοῦταί
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Verses 1–2
3 John 1:1–2
I. The sacred penman writes and sends the letter, referred to as "The elder," meaning by years and office, deserving honor. Some question whether this was John the apostle, but his style and spirit are evident. Gaius could not question who wrote it. John humbly refers to himself as "the elder," aligning with ordinary church pastors. II. The recipient is Gaius, a well-beloved individual, possibly the same Gaius mentioned by Paul in Romans 16:23. John expresses his love for him "in the truth," for walking in truth, which shows true love rooted in the gospel. III. John prays for Gaius, asking for the prosperity of both his soul and body. Soul prosperity is the greatest blessing, often housed in a fragile body, but the desire for both spiritual and physical well-being is evident.
Cross-references: Rom 16:23