I wrote somewhat unto the church: but Diotrephes, who loveth to have the preeminence among them, receiveth us not.

I have written to the church about this, but Diotrephes, who loves to be first, will not accept our instruction.

I did write to the assembly, but he who is loving the first place among them--Diotrephes--doth not receive us;

I wrote something to the assembly; but Diotrephes, who loves to have the first place among them, receives us not.