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Philemon

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Introduction

Paul sends Onesimus to Philemon with a letter.

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Philemon - Bibliography

Bibliography of major sources and additional sources used in this study of Paul’s Letter to Philemon.

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Philemon 1-7

The person Paul is writing to, Philemon, is an example of the kind of encouraging partner everyone might like to have, and Paul is an example of giving thanks and praise.  How can we be like them?

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Philemon 8-25

How can we approach someone with a difficult a request in a way that might keep our relationship with them strong?

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Philemon: Broader Questions About Slavery

The apostle Paul undermined the Roman system of slavery by seeking to transform the relationship between masters and slaves.  Could he have done more?  Could we be doing more to challenge the injustices of our time?

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