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www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies on careful rhetoric and the themes of
partnership in faith and of the mutual love of Christian community to
support his appeal for Philemon to do the right thing and receive
Onesimus back as a brother in Christ.
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
3-22-15 Philemon: Forgiven and Forgiving
Philemon (Page 1215)
Background
Author: ____________
Date: ________________ (Written at the same time as Colossians)
Key Verse: 18 “If he has done you any wrong or _____________ you anything, charge it
to me.”
Theme: Forgiven and ________________
Structure
Part 1: Our ____________________
v. 1 “_____________, a prisoner of Christ Jesus.”
v. 1 “To _______________ our dear friend and fellow worker.”
v. 10 “I appeal to you for my son ___________________, who became my son while I was
in chains.”
Part 2: Our ______________________
v. 8 “Although in Christ I could be bold and ________________ you, yet I appeal to you
on the basis of love.”
v. 14 “But I did not want to do ____________________ without your consent.”
Ephesians 4:3 “Eager to maintain _____________ of the spirit in the bond of peace.”
The Gospel in Story Form
Philemon: Forgiveness is not ___________________ for believers. Once reconciled
(forgiven) by God we must reconcile (forgive) one ____________________.
Let’s ask ourselves
Do I ___________________ to forgive?
Do I need to _________ for forgiveness?
Faith Reformed Church
www.frctc.org
The Apostle Paul writes a personal and pastoral appeal to Philemon, a
beloved co-worker, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon's runaway slave.
Onesimus has arrived where Paul is imprisoned and has come to faith
in Christ. Since Paul remains in prison, this letter, which accompanies
the return of Onesimus to his master, illustrates Paul's skill in pastoral
care from a distance. Paul relies