Summary Author : Paul Time : A.D. 61 Summary : Paul writes to Philemon whose slave, Onesimus, had run away to Rome where he met Paul and became a Christian. Paul sends him back to his rightful owner with his personal letter of recommendation to accept him back with love as a brother. Key verse : "I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ" (v 6).

Outline 1. Greeting and thanksgiving 1–7 2. Paul’s plea for Onesimus 8–21 3. Conclusion and final greetings 22–25 (RH)

Author – Paul
Time – 61 – 62 A.D.

Summary – Paul writes to Philemon whose slave, Onesimus, had run away to Rome, where he met Paul and became a Christian. Paul sends him back to his rightful owner with his personal letter of recommendation to accept him back with love and charity.

Responsibilities in Christ

Salutation – v 1 to 3

Paul’s praise of Philemon – v 4 to 7

Paul’s plea for Onesimus – v 8 to 17

Paul’s pledge of repayment – v 18 to 22

Final greetings – v 23 to 25