Sermons about Philemon 1:15-25

The Parts Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Todd Randolph on Oct 12, 2001

based on 144 ratings

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Forgiveness in Philemon

You may be familiar with the 1995 movie titled "Dead Man Walking." The movie is based upon the book (same title) by a Catholic Nun, Sister Helen PreJean. In the movie the figure of Matthew Poncelet is on death row for the brutal murders a teenage couple. The character is based upon the life ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Forgoing One's Legal Rights In The Name Of Christ.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 3, 2001

based on 54 ratings

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Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost September 9th, 2001 Heavenly Father empower each of us to be a true follower of Christ by submitting all to his service. Amen. Title: “Forgoing one’s legal rights in the name of Christ.” Text: Philemon

Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost September 9th, 2001 Heavenly Father empower each of us to be a true follower of Christ by submitting all to his service. Amen. Title: “Forgoing one’s legal rights in the name of Christ.” Text: Philemon 1-21 This, the shortest of Paul’s letters, 335 ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Profitable Slave

Contributed by Benjamin Frawley on Dec 18, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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Narrative sermon depicting the life of Onesimus

“Profitable Slave” It was a spontaneous act. The temptation was more than I could bear. If you were in my place, I’m sure you would have done the same. I mean, if you saw the things that Philemon had, I’m sure you would have understood how much more I needed it and how little Philemon did. It ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Postcard With A Punch

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jan 30, 2004

based on 59 ratings

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Philemon has been called "A Postcard With A Punch" Though small in size, it is large in content. A sermon about the three main characters of the book of Philemon

Postcard With A Punch Philemon 1-25 Philemon has been called a "Postcard With A Punch". Though it contains only 25 verses, the contents of these verses are quite powerful. There are three main characters mentioned in this letter. Tonight we will look at each one of them and their story. I. ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

"We All Need Some Encouragement"

Contributed by Bobby Touchton on May 5, 2004

based on 26 ratings

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Originally a Mother’s Day sermon directed to men who are incarcerated, this message focuses upon the Christian act of encouragement as seen in the lives of Philemon and Barnabas.

Submitted By Dr. Bobby J. Touchton Ashland, Kentucky INTRODUCTION. Let me begin by reading an email, entitled, "What My Mother Taught Me," My other taught me RELIGION: When I spilled grape juice on the carpet, she instructed, "You better pray the stain will come out of the carpet." My mother ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25, Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Baptist

Welcomig Others In Christ

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Dec 6, 2005

based on 5 ratings

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No matter how low or base, useless and unprofitable, sinful and derelict, crippled and diseased, ugly and unattractive, unapproachable and distasteful- a person needs to be received and brought into fellowship of Christ and believers

WELCOMING OTHERS IN CHRIST Philemon 4-21 by Cesar Delgado April 30, 2005 OBS, Tupas donsol INTRODUCTION A. People like us It is generally true we like people who are most like ourselves. In contrast, we tend not to build friendships as quickly with people who are not like us. Sometimes, if we ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Ask For A Favor

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Sep 22, 2005

based on 9 ratings

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The Scriptural way to get your request considered

#1237 How To Ask For A Favor? Philemon 1-25 Everyone need a favor from someone at some time or other as they go through life. The human condition is such though, that we get into a tizzy at the thought of going to someone for that help ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Me This Favor Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 9, 2005

based on 28 ratings

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Sermon 3 of 3: How do we forgive those who hurt us?

Philemon 15-25 Do Me This Favor Woodlawn Baptist Church October 9, 2005 Introduction God works in mysterious ways doesn’t He? Many times in our lives we are left to wonder why He does a thing or why He might allow a thing to happen. A young man is sold into slavery by his family and 30 years ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

Found Useful

Contributed by Daniel Wheat on Jan 9, 2005

based on 7 ratings

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We have been purchased by the blood of Christ. We have been found to be useful by the King. Running away from God is not fullfiling the purpose that we have been called. Remember the slave tag, "If I should escape seize me and send me back to my master."

“FOUND USEFUL” Return Me To The Master Reference: Philemon 1:1-25 Reverend Daniel A. Wheat Introduction: Have any of you ever asked someone to write a letter of recommendation? Have you ever received an evaluation from a supervisor on your work performance? Ever get a love letter that made you ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Maintaining Loving Relationships

Contributed by John White on Jan 12, 2005

based on 19 ratings

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A Biblical view of the elements involved in establishing and maintaining loving relationships.

RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST Philemon Entire Chapter Introduction: I want to share today about the sort of relationship Paul must have had withPhilemon. A relationship that enabled him to be able to confidently ask such a costly response from him. A relationship based upon a lasting, loving and ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Once Useless Now Useful

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

based on 29 ratings

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Once Useless Now Useful: The story of Onesimus; the story of Paul; the story of us all.

My father has a knack for finding and fixing discarded bicycles. Bikes that are considered useless by most become useful in the hands of this skilled mechanic. Of course everyone knows that with a bit of duct tape anything can be made useful again. Does that work on people too? Can those who ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Sour Phi-Lemons And Sweet Forgiveness

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 17, 2004

based on 46 ratings

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The story of Philemon is all about forgiveness.

Sour Phi-Lemons and Sweet Forgiveness Philemon 1-25 INTRODUCTION... Peter J. Larson, New Forgiveness Research Jan 27, 2003 Recently in 2003, a survey was made of 200 married adults in regards to forgiveness. The researchers were wondering how one’s ability to forgive others would affect their ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Invites You To Become Involved Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 7, 2004

based on 65 ratings

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The story of Philemon and Onesimus, presented as an imaginative story, shows how God called Paul to become involved as a mediator, Philemon to become involved in real church work, and Onesimus to become involved in overcoming his background to become usef

The new day greeted his eyes early. He stretched and shook off the sleep, but then, remembering why he had wanted to get up at the crack of dawn, Philemon jumped out of bed and began his day’s duties. His first task was to open his window and turn his gaze toward the rising sun, offering his ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Pauline's Imitation Of Jesus' Intercession

Contributed by Nche Takoh on Apr 22, 2006

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The Intercessor does not say, " I’m such a nice guy that you aught to heed my appeal" nor does He say, "The sinners obeyed sometimes in some things so remember those times". The cost for sine is mandatory death (Rom. 6:23). That was the required price Jes

Theme: Pauline’s imitation of Jesus’ intercession Scripture: Philemon 1:17 By: Nche Sam Takoh Paul as an example or figure of Jesus Christ is considered as an advocate, and intercessor who pleads on behalf of his kindred. This is typical in the case of Onesimus in Philemon 1:17, a representative ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

The City Through The Centuries Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on May 30, 2006

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Final in a three part series exploring the role of the church in the city. This message explores the book of Philemon, and the role the church has played in cities through the centuries.

It was a hand delivered letter. It arrived at his home. He opened it, and read it. (Had loaded a copy of the book of Philemon from "the message" into an envelope. Opened it as if it was a delievered letter, and read the text.) That’s it. The letter, or as we know it today, the entire book ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

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