Which points in this short epistle seem to stand out the most for you?
I have appreciated the book of Philemon for the kindness and love shown in it. It could well be a model for any letter or email message to any other brother or sister in the church. If a letter is worth writing, it is worth planning and considering the possible impact it may have on the reader.
Paul began with these few sections:
- Greeting and Encouragement–vss. 1-3
- Philemon’s love and faith–vss. 4-7
- Paul’s plea for Onisimus – vss. 8-22
- Final greetings–vss. 23-25
Although there are many ideas to discuss, three things stand out for me.