The document outlines the church service schedule and discusses the character of Philemon, highlighting his role as a Christian leader and friend of Paul. It mentions Philemon's relationship with his slave Onesimus, who fled and was converted, prompting Paul to advocate for Onesimus as a 'beloved brother.' Key themes include living with love, faith, hard work, and the importance of doing more than the minimum in life.

1. Times of Services
Sunday:
9:30 a.m. Bible class
10:30 a.m. worship
Wednesday:
7 p.m. Bible class

2.  What do you know about Philemon?
 He is a great example of Christian character.
 Saints met in Philemon’s home.
 He was a friend/convert of Paul’s (v. 19).
 He was a slave owner.
 One of his slaves, Onesimus, fled from him,
possibly stealing money (v. 18-19).
 Onesimus was converted by Paul and served
Paul while he was imprisoned.
 Col. 4:7-9: Onesimus departed for Colossae.

3.  The epistle is Paul’s plea that Onesimus is
viewed as a “beloved brother” (v. 16-17).
 “What is the right thing to do?” revealed Paul
and Onesimus’ character.
 Are others thankful for you?
◦ Paul expressed thanks for Philemon (v. 4).
◦ Would Paul be thankful for you?
 Are others confident in you?
◦ Paul was confident in Philemon (v. 21).
◦ Are you reliable and trustworthy?

4.  How can we live this way?
 Love (v. 5)
◦ We know what Biblical love is (I Cor. 13:4-7).
◦ Philemon was this kind of man.
 Hold on to faith (v. 5)
◦ Paul knew of Philemon’s faith and conviction.
◦ He knew Philemon would have holy conduct.
 Work hard (v. 1)
◦ Paul said Philemon was his “fellow worker.”
◦ Philemon served brethren (v. 7).

5.  Go the extra mile (v. 21; Matt. 5:40-41)
◦ Philemon knew what was right and he did it to
the fullest extent (Eccl. 9:10; Col. 3:23).
◦ Doing the minimum and what is only required is
detrimental in any walk of life.
 Temporal vs. eternal
◦ The key word is “forever” (v. 15).
◦ Paul contrasts the temporary separation of
Onesimus’ running away to the eternal benefit
of his salvation.

6.  Hear (Romans 1:16; 10:14,17)
 Believe (John 8:24; Mark 16:16; Hebrews 11:6)
 Repent (Acts 2:38; 3:19; 17:30)
 Confess (Romans 10:9-10; Matthew 10:32-33)
 Be baptized (Acts 2:38; 22:16; Mark 16:16)
 Live faithfully (Revelation 2:10; Matthew 6:33;
Romans 12:1-2; I Corinthians 15:58)

7.  Hear (Romans 1:16; 10:14,17)
 Believe (John 8:24; Mark 16:16; Hebrews 11:6)
 Repent (Acts 2:38; 3:19; 17:30)
 Confess (Romans 10:9-10; Matthew 10:32-33)
 Be baptized (Acts 2:38; 22:16; Mark 16:16)
 Live faithfully (Revelation 2:10; Matthew 6:33;
Romans 12:1-2; I Corinthians 15:58)