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  • Fred Sigle avatar

    Attributes Of A Forgiving Person Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
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    The apostle Paul wrote a personal letter to a man named Philemon who had been wronged by his servant named Onesimus whom had, it is widely believed, stolen money from him and then ran away to Rome.

    A. Philemon 4-7 (READ) 1. We live in a SOCIETY that KNOWS little about FORGIVENESS. We live in a SOCIETY that CARES little about FORGIVENESS. a. In fact, I would think that one of the major CONTRIBUTORS—if not the major contributor—to the DESTRUCTION of RELATIONSHIPS in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Fred Sigle avatar

    Characteristics Of A Forgiven Person Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
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    The apostle Paul wrote a personal letter to a man named Philemon who had been wronged by his servant named Onesimus whom had, it is widely believed, stolen money from him and then ran away to Rome.

    A. Psalm 32:1-2 (READ and COMMENT) ILLUSTRATION: Some years ago, two TEENAGERS with a long history of CRIME and DELINQUENCY robbed a DRUG STORE on the lowest East Side of New York City and then ran into a YMCA to HIDE OUT while all the POLICE activity was going on. On the way out, they saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Philemon Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019
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    This book is a picture of salvation.

    A. THE STORY OF PHILEMON Paul had led Philemon to Christ, a rich businessman in Colossae, 100 miles from Ephesus. Paul probably never visited Colossae (Col. 1:7; 2:7). Philemon owned slaves, and one slave, Onesimus, stole valuables and ran away to Rome, thinking he couldn’t be found in that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    A Fresh Start (Part Two)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 14, 2019
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    Last week I talked about how we may need a fresh start. But it's not so easy. We may have a hard time making the changes that are necessary for a fresh start. But sometimes, we may not need a total fresh start, we may just need a restart.

    A FRESH START (part two) Last week I talked about how we may need a fresh start for various reasons-relationship problems, job loss, trouble with the law, etc. So, we change locations, find a new job, start getting connected with new people, etc. Obviously the best fresh start we can make is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Caleb Onwuka avatar

    Working Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Nov 25, 2014
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    How to make your faith effective; so that you won't be caught in the trap of unbelief. Your life can be full of the living experiences of God's Word. The scriptures will no longer become a story but a living testimony when you master the act of faith.

    "That the communication of your faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus." (Philemon 1:6). The Greek word for EFFECTUAL is ENERGEO: It means to be in active operation, to produce effects, or to be powerfully productive. That means your ...read more

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  • Sam McCormick avatar

    The Church Of The New Testament - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 8, 2018
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    Part 3 of the series - The Church of the New Testament. This part addresses the question, "What is the Church." There are many conceptual variations on what the church is and what its principal purpose is. But what did Jesus intend to build?

    This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    An Open Letter

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 20, 2019
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    No longer a slave.

    AN OPEN LETTER. PHILEMON 1:1-21. Onesimus was a slave who had escaped from his Christian master, Philemon. Yet in a beautiful irony, having not ‘made it’ alone in the big city, he found himself at last brought under the direct personal influence of “Paul the prisoner” (Philemon 1:1). Many a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Alvan Lewis avatar

    Little Book With A Big Message

    Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Sep 2, 2019
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    Discover why the tiny book of Philemon was included in the New Testament

    Little Book with a Big Message Philemon Come with me this morning 20 long centuries back in time. Stroll with me down the streets of imperial Rome. See the Pantheon, the Coliseum, the Bath and of course, the Senate. As we jostle our way through the great crowds in the Market place keep in mind that ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "more Deeply"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 14, 2019
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    Paul shares in this letter to Philemon we can Share more deeply, contribute more deeply, fellowship more deeply, communion more deeply.

    More Deeply Share more deeply, contribute more deeply, fellowship more deeply, communion more deeply 1. Paul’s letter to Philemon • The letter is a very personal message to a man who is a slave-owner. • In the letter, Paul encourages Philemon to forgive a runaway slave and welcome him back — not ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David Owens avatar

    Sermon 2 - Counting The Costs And Benefits Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 3, 2025
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    As we become mission minded disciples who seek to share our faith, it helps to understand the costs and benefits of sharing our faith. It will help us remain motivated as we experience the costs and challenges of seeking the lost.

    Introduction: A. Life is full of choices, isn’t it? 1. I read a story about a family who was moving cross-country many years ago before cellphones and they decided to drive both of their cars in the move. 2. Their 8 year-old son became very worried about this. 3. He asked his father, “How will we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Unknown To Us, But Known By God And Part Of His Plan Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2024
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    In the Bible, there are many individuals whose lives and actions, though briefly mentioned, play significant roles in God's unfolding plan. Here, we explore a dozen such figures to shed light on their importance.

    Unknown to us, but known by God and part of His Plan In the grand narrative of the Bible, there are individuals whose lives and actions, though briefly mentioned, play significant roles in God's unfolding plan. Here, we explore a dozen such figures, drawing upon the insights of renowned ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kevin Broyhill avatar

    A Story Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 3, 2024
     | 826 views

    If we're not careful, we might overlook the missing the treasures the book of Philemon holds: the beautiful story of grace, forgiveness, and reconciliation, reflecting both the heart of Paul and the heart of God.

    A Story of Grace Philemon 1-3 Introduction: 1) An Intimate Letter Philemon = most personal of Paul’s letters – a note from a friend to a friend… “Philemon” (v.1) If not, careful we will read through the little book of Philemon, check it off our daily Bible reading log, and quickly pass on to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Broyhill avatar

    You Need This! Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 3, 2024
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    This message will uncover two priceless jewels in the book of Philemon: grace and peace—treasures that only God can give, and every soul desperately needs.

    You Need This! Philemon 1-3 Introduction: Illust: You may not be familiar with the name of Edward Teach (Thatch), but you are familiar with the name, “Blackbeard.” Edward Teach or Blackbeard was one of the most feared and famous pirates to ever sail the waters off the coasts of Virginia and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Broyhill avatar

    Let's Be A Philemon Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 3, 2024
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    In the brief yet impactful letter of Philemon 1-7, Paul writes from prison, transforming his personal trials into a powerful act of grace and encouragement for others. Just like Paul, we are called to embody God’s lasting treasures of grace and peace in our own lives and relationships.

    PHILEMON: A STORY OF GRACE SUN AM AUGUST 11, 2024 CBCKING Let’s Be a Philemon! Philemon 3-7 Introduction: Philemon = 25 verses, 430 words and takes up about a page in our NT – more of a postcard than it is a letter. Philemon = name – affectionate or beloved… lived up to his name. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Need This! Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 3, 2024
     | 481 views

    The book of Philemon is the most personal of Paul's letters, a heartfelt note from one friend to another. Let's look deeper into this beautiful story of grace, forgiveness, and reconciliation, reflecting both the heart of the Apostle Paul and the heart of God.

    PHILEMON: A STORY OF GRACE SUN AM AUGUST 25, 2024 CBCKING You Need This! [2] Philemon 1-3 Introduction: Look: v.3 – circle 2 words: “Grace and peace” - two treasures that only God has that everyone needs! v.3 – usual greeting you find in Paul’s epistles… yet it’s different. Note: “To” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist