Over the last few reflections on Philemon, we haven’t spent any time thinking about Paul’s methods of persuasion in this letter. At...
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Weighing in at one mighty chapter, Philemon is the shortest book written by Paul and one of the shortest in the entire...
Onesimus has incurred a social and economic debt Paul is going to address in ways that are distinct from the way this situation would normally have been addressed.
Paul’s greeting to Philemon sets the stage for the delicate social negotiation he is about to undertake.
Paul’s way into his request will sacrifice his position of leadership as an example of what he is about to ask.
How does faith change work and leadership? Lessons on leadership beyond rank and power from Philemon.
What Paul’s approach shows is that leaders need to be able to learn.
Colossians helps us understand the context of our lives and work within God’s story.
Paul provides an example of leadership in his letter to Philemon.
Colossians gives us a picture of God’s standard for work. As employees, we serve our employers with integrity, giving a full measure...
Do you wonder if God has anything to say about your work? Explore key verses from each chapter of the Bible that...
The letters of the New Testament offer many examples of modern workplace dilemmas. These letters can come alive if students are taught to see their current-day application. Here are some of the issues...
