Philemon, Part 1

I. Introduction

How many of you in here can testify that relationships can be tough sometimes? Even with people we love, relationships can be difficult...and that’s because we are in a constant struggle...not really with them...but with oursleves.

We are in a struggle between what we want...what we think is fair...what our concept of justice is....and the higher purpose God has called each of us to to serve others and put them before ourselves....especially those in our family. That’s why they can often be tough...

Philemon is an interesting little book. It is a letter from Paul...and it has a lot to do with reconciliation and relationships.

a. Scripture: Philemon 1:1-9

I’m going to ask you to stand with me, if you are able, as we read from God’s Holy, Perfect, Sufficient and inerrant Word.

<Pray>

Thank you, and you may be seated.

II. Major Points

III. Point #1:

Explanation

Illustration

Application

IV. Point #2:

Explanation

Illustration

Application

V. Conclusion

a. Let me ask you this morning:

b. Let’s Pray