Contributed by Patty Groot on Sep 8, 2025
This sermon shows how Paul’s opening words to Philemon (vv. 1–7) model grace-filled leadership, reminding us that our reputation in Christ matters, forgiveness is the mark of maturity, and we are called to refresh others’ hearts with the same love we’ve received.
Sometimes the most powerful messages come in the smallest packages. That’s true in life, and it’s certainly true in the Bible.
Philemon is the shortest letter Paul wrote, just 25 verses. You could read it in under two minutes. But in those 25 verses, Paul lays out a powerful, personal, and deeply
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