- It is the shortest of Paul's letters, consisting of only 445 words and 25 verses in the Bible.
- The modern scholarly consensus is that Onesimus was a runaway slave who became a Christian believer. Paul sent him back to face his master, and sought in this letter to effect reconciliation between these two Christians.
Scholars may debate all the details, but Paul was definitely pleading for Philemon to take Onesimus back and to look at the big picture. (verses 8-13) Then in verses 17, 18 and 21 Paul puts himself on the line and makes it clear that Onesimus should be received and treated just as if he were Paul.
Do you know anyone who used to not be a Christian who now is, who could use forgiveness from their past? How about someone who is a Christian who has wronged you... could they use your forgiveness? Is there anyone in your life that you could just give a break?
Hebrews 1: God makes it clear that Jesus is exalted above all angels and that He is the flawless image of God himself. Some verses on this:
3 - who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high
4 - having become so much better than the angels
5 - 14: You are my son, Today I have begotten you - Let all the angels of God worship Him (Jesus)
Read all these verses... good stuff!
Hebrews 2: 1-4. Do not neglect our salvation.
How would one neglect their salvation? What are some good habits as a follower of Christ (and someone who has a personal relationship with Him) could you STOP doing that would cause you to neglect your salvation?
verses 5-18. I find Hebrews to be so beautifully written. These verses speak about the perfection and power of Jesus, while also being like man, living here with us, suffering and being tempted in every way. verse 18 - He is able to aid those who are tempted.
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