I. What Onesimus Had Been II. What Onesimus Had Become III. What Onesimus Meant to Paul
I. Paul’s Initial Purpose II. Paul’s Self-Denial III. Paul’s Sincere Compliment
I. The Beautiful Relationship II. The Intimate Secret III. The Favoured Recipients
I. What? II. In Whom? III. Who?
I. Not Flaunting His Authority II. Appealing to Love III. Drawing Out Philemon’s Affection
I. Philemon’s Generous Love II. Paul’s Thankful Response III. Paul’s Expectant Prayer
I. The Old Testament Situation II. The New Testament Situation III. The Christian Response
I. A Beloved Brother II. An Affectionate Greeting III. A Moving Self-Designation
