Ga'ius is a name mentioned several times in the New Testament, referring to different individuals who played significant roles in the early Christian church. The name Ga'ius was a common Roman name, and its recurrence in the New Testament highlights the spread of Christianity across diverse cultural and geographical contexts.

1. Ga'ius of Macedonia: This Ga'ius is mentioned in Acts 19:29. He was one of Paul's traveling companions during his missionary journeys. In Ephesus, during a riot instigated by silversmiths who felt threatened by the spread of Christianity, Ga'ius, along with Aristarchus, was seized by the mob. The passage states, "Soon the whole city was in turmoil. They rushed together into the theater, dragging with them Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul's traveling companions from Macedonia" (Acts 19:29). This incident underscores the challenges and dangers faced by early Christians as they spread the Gospel.

2. Ga'ius of Derbe: Another Ga'ius is mentioned in Acts 20:4 as a native of Derbe. He was part of a group of men who accompanied Paul on his journey through Macedonia and into Asia. The passage reads, "He was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia" (Acts 20:4). This Ga'ius was part of a diverse group of believers, illustrating the unity and cooperation among early Christians from different regions.

3. Ga'ius, Host to Paul: In Romans 16:23, Paul sends greetings from Ga'ius, who is described as his host and the host of the whole church. The verse states, "Gaius, who has hosted me and all the church, sends you greetings. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you greetings, as does our brother Quartus" (Romans 16:23). This Ga'ius is likely a resident of Corinth, where Paul wrote the letter to the Romans. His hospitality and support for the church highlight the role of lay believers in the growth and sustenance of early Christian communities.

4. Ga'ius, Recipient of 3 John: The third epistle of John is addressed to a beloved Ga'ius, who is commended for his faithfulness and hospitality. The letter begins, "The elder, To the beloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth" (3 John 1:1). This Ga'ius is praised for his support of traveling missionaries and his adherence to the truth of the Gospel. The letter emphasizes the importance of walking in truth and love, as seen in 3 John 1:4, "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth" .

The various individuals named Ga'ius in the New Testament reflect the widespread influence of the early church and the diverse backgrounds of its members. Each Ga'ius played a unique role in supporting the mission of the apostles and the spread of Christianity, whether through direct involvement in missionary work, providing hospitality, or being a faithful recipient of apostolic teaching.Ga'ius (5 Occurrences)

Acts 19:29
The whole city was filled with confusion, and they rushed with one accord into the theater, having seized Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul's companions in travel.
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Acts 20:4
These accompanied him as far as Asia: Sopater of Beroea; Aristarchus and Secundus of the Thessalonians; Gaius of Derbe; Timothy; and Tychicus and Trophimus of Asia.
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Romans 16:23
Gaius, my host and host of the whole assembly, greets you. Erastus, the treasurer of the city, greets you, as does Quartus, the brother.
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1 Corinthians 1:14
I thank God that I baptized none of you, except Crispus and Gaius,
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3 John 1:1
The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.
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Ga'ius (5 Occurrences)
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