Convincing the Mind to Forgive
Philemon 8-16
After assuring Philemon’s heart, Paul convinces his mind to forgive.
After Paul appealed to Philemon’s reputation, the heart of Philemon is assured and ready to forgive.
Reputation of Refreshing
Philemon 1:7
Paul encourages Philemon to forgive by reminding him of his reputation of refreshing believers.
Reputation of Edifying
Philemon 1:6
Paul encourages Philemon to forgive by reminding him of his reputation of edifying the church.
Reputation of Labor
Philemon 1:6
Paul encourages Philemon to forgive by reminding him of his reputation of labor for Christ.
Reputation of Love
Philemon 1:5
Paul encourages Philemon to forgive by appealing to his reputation of love for the saints.
A Reputation of Faith
Philemon 1:5
Paul encourages Philemon to forgive by drawing attention to the faith that God gave him.
A Reputation of Good
Philemon 1:4
Paul encourages godly obedience by reminding Philemon of his reputation of good.
Philemon 1
Translation of the Greek Text
This is a translation of the original text of Philemon.
Assuring the Heart to Forgive
Philemon 1:4-7
Paul assures the heart of Philemon in order to encourage forgiveness.
