Most Popular Bible Verses in Philemon
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Philemon Rank:
Since I am confident of your obedience, I am writing to you, knowing that you will do even more than I say.
to Apphia our sister,
I always thank my God when I mention you in my prayers,
because I hear of your love
I pray that your participation in the faith may become effective
For I have great joy and encouragement from your love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed
For this reason, although I have great boldness in Christ to command you to do what is right,
I wanted to keep him with me, so that in my imprisonment for the gospel he might serve me in your place.
I appeal to you, instead, on the basis of love. I, Paul, as an elderly man
The grace of the Lord
But I didn’t want to do anything without your consent, so that your good deed might not be out of obligation, but of your own free will.
no longer as a slave, but more than a slave—as a dearly loved brother. He is especially so to me, but even more to you, both in the flesh
For perhaps this is why he was separated from you for a brief time, so that you might get him back permanently,
And if he has wronged you in any way, or owes you anything, charge that to my account.
Yes, brother, may I have joy from you in the Lord; refresh my heart in Christ.
I, Paul, write this with my own hand:
But meanwhile, also prepare a guest room for me, for I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you.
Paul,
To Philemon our dear friend and coworker,