I. Confident of Philemon’s Obedience II. Confident of His Own Release III. Confident Among Many Witnesses

I. The Good Purpose II. The New Relationship III. The Great Blessing

I. The Debt Owed II. The Promise Made III. The Benefit Sought

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. Philemon’s Generous Love II. Paul’s Thankful Response III. Paul’s Expectant Prayer

I. Not Flaunting His Authority II. Appealing to Love III. Drawing Out Philemon’s Affection

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