[1] The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth; [2] For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in and with for ever. [3] Grace with mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. [4] I rejoiced greatly that I found of children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father.