Reading Philemon
A tiny letter about gospel-shaped reconciliation.
Reading scope: canonical.
Open this guide in the Concept AtlasPhilemon
Philemon is a key waypoint in Reading Philemon. A first-century Christian, probably of Colossae, addressed by Paul in the New Testament letter that bears his name and urged to receive Onesimus no…
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Next, step into Onesimus and watch how the route narrows or widens.
Explore Philemon in the AtlasOnesimus
Onesimus is a key waypoint in Reading Philemon. A slave associated with Philemon who came to Christian faith through Paul and became the subject of the New Testament letter to Philemon.
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Next, step into Reconciliation and watch how the route narrows or widens.
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Reconciliation is a key waypoint in Reading Philemon. The biblical and theological restoration of broken fellowship between God and human beings, and among estranged human parties, accomplished…
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Next, step into Forgiveness and watch how the route narrows or widens.
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Forgiveness is a key waypoint in Reading Philemon. Forgiveness is the biblical act by which God remits sin and restores covenant fellowship, and by which human beings release offenses in imitation of…
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Next, step into Brotherhood and Sisterhood in Christ and watch how the route narrows or widens.
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Brotherhood and Sisterhood in Christ is a key waypoint in Reading Philemon. Brotherhood and sisterhood in Christ is the church’s family-bonded love whereby believers, Jew and Gentile alike, share one faith, one Spirit, and…
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Next, step into Love Among Believers and watch how the route narrows or widens.
Explore Brotherhood and Sisterhood in Christ in the AtlasLove Among Believers
Love Among Believers is a key waypoint in Reading Philemon. Mutual love is the hallmark of Christian community, evidenced in practical care, forgiveness, and unity as a testimony to the world (John 13:34-35…
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