What do you know about the book of Philemon?
What kind of an Epistle is it?
What is unique about this Epistle?
Acts 28:23, 24, 30, 31 is where Paul was when he was writing
Notice a couple of truths in the opening few verses (vv. 1-3)
The writers
The recipients
Philemon – affectionate, one who kisses The Church ?
What is the Church? (Acts 2:47; 11:22; 14:27; 1 Cor 11:18)
If you are familiar with this book, why is Paul ultimately writing this book?
While Paul has a message to deliver, he has something that he cannot overlook
This is a point we can’t overlook. Often we have something we want to say and just “can’t wait” for the right time
Characteristics that should be found in the Church (vv. 7-7)
Let’s look at what Paul notices about these believers
What kind of a member of the body are you?
What is your testimony (that others would say)?
