What is the book of Philemon?
The book of Philemon is a letter from Paul. Timothy helped Paul write it.
It’s thought that Paul wrote it around the year AD 60.
Who was Philemon written to?
To Philemon, his family and the church that met in their home.
Followers of Jesus recognise that Philemon shares the truth about Jesus. It’s for all people everywhere.
Why was Philemon written?
To ask Philemon to take Onesimus back as a brother and not a slave.
Main ideas
God brought Onesimus and Paul together.
The good news changed Onesimus’ life.
The good news can change the relationship between a slave owner and a slave.
Outline
Greetings (1:1–3).
Prayer and giving thanks (1:4–7).
Paul makes an appeal for Onesimus (1:8–22).
Final greetings (1:23–25).