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was probably one of Paul's converts.

I. "MY BELOVED."

1. As his own son in the gospel, or —

2. From special grace observed in him.

3. Warm attachment shown by him.

4. Eminent devotedness to the cause of Christ. Degrees of attachment consistent with Christian love. Of the twelve, Peter, James, and John most beloved (Matthew 17:1). Of these John especially beloved (John 13:23).

II. "IN THE LORD." Beloved —

1. Not after the flesh (2 Corinthians 5:16).

2. For Christ's sake.

3. As a member of the same body of Christ. Those truly beloved who are beloved in the Lord.

(T. Robinson, D.D.)

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KJV: Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord.

WEB: Greet Amplias, my beloved in the Lord.