The New Testament teaches that every legitimate kind of work or social function is a sacred calling from God, and that believers should approach their work with humility, reliability, and complicity, as if serving Jesus Christ, to fulfill their divine purposes and reflect God's glory. [... more]

Paul's friends in his gospel ministry, including Tychicus, Onesimus, Aristarchus, Mark, Jesus Justice, Epaphras, Luke, and Demas, demonstrate various qualities such as a servant's heart, faithfulness, and a strong commitment to Jesus, highlighting the importance of these characteristics in ministry and the transformative power of the gospel. [... more]

The Bible teaches that forgiveness and reconciliation are possible through the empowering grace of God. Apostle Paul's letter to Philemon demonstrates the importance of welcoming others with the same level of welcome that we have received from Jesus, and how this can lead to a deeper understanding of the gospel and our relationship with God. [... more]

Christianity knows nothing of hopeless cases, and the story of Onesimus, a former slave, illustrates this truth. Paul's letter to Philemon shows how God's grace can transform lives, and how reconciliation is possible even in the face of deep hurt and rebellion. [... more]

Alistair Begg explores the concept of genuine restoration in the Bible, using the story of Philemon and Onesimus to illustrate the power of love and God's grace in transforming lives. [... more]

Repairing broken relationships requires dealing with unresolved conflicts, forgiving others, and reconciling relationships. The gospel is the standard by which we forgive others, and it's essential for emotional health, spiritual growth, and unity in the body of Christ. [... more]

The apostle Paul's heart is revealed in his letter to Philemon, a converted man, as he deals with the problem of slavery and the power of the gospel in individual lives, encouraging believers to trust in the Lord and connect with God's people. [... more]

The importance of having fearless friends in our lives, who will stand up for us and tell us what we need to hear, is a crucial aspect of healthy relationships. Faithfulness is also a vital quality, as seen in the stories of Tychicus and Onesimus, who were faithful servants to Paul the Apostle and were entrusted with ministry to carry precious cargo, including letters to the Colossian and Laodicean churches. [... more]

The biblical commands to forgive others are put into practice through the story of Philemon and Onesimus, a slave who ran away and was converted by Paul, highlighting the importance of forgiveness and its impact on relationships and society. [... more]

Alistair Begg explores the story of Onesimus, a slave who ran away from his master's house, and how he was transformed by his encounter with Paul, who appealed to Philemon to forgive and accept Onesimus back. This is a powerful example of God's providence and the transformative power of salvation through Jesus Christ. [... more]

Alistair Begg explains why the Apostle Paul chose to make a request instead of a demand when it came time to reunite Philemon with his runaway servant Onesimus. Paul's appeal is based on love, and he recognizes that Onesimus has become a new creation in Christ, useful to both Philemon and himself. [... more]

The recognition of unpayable debts to others who have benefited us with spiritual blessings sparks the idea of releasing temporal debts owed by others. Paul's letter to Philemon highlights the importance of forgiveness, citing the example of Onesimus, a runaway slave who was treated kindly by an American woman, leading to Mitsuo Foshida's conversion. Paul motivates Philemon to forgive Onesimus by emphasizing the character of one who forgives, the action of one who forgives, and the motives for forgiveness, including the recognition of unpayable debts, the ability to become a blessing to others, obedience to the Lord, accountability to godly leaders, and the power of divine grace. [... more]

The book of Philemon is a powerful example of forgiveness in the Bible, where Paul encourages his friend Philemon to forgive his runaway slave Onesimus, demonstrating the nature of God's forgiveness and the importance of treating others with love and respect. [... more]