Philemon 4-7 (KJV)
4 I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my prayers, 5 Hearing of thy love and faith, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints; 6 That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus. 7 For we have great joy and consolation in thy love, because the bowels of the saints are refreshed by thee, brother.

I.        Introduction:

II.      Offer Yourself As A Cause Of Thanksgiving (Vv. 4-5)

A.      Thanksgiving Offered To God

B.      Thanksgiving Offered In Prayer

C.      Thanksgiving Offered For Distinction

1.       Renown For Faith In Christ

2.       Renown For Love For The Saints

III.   Offer Yourself In A Communication Of Faith (V. 6)

A.      Desire An Expressive Faith

1.       Expressed Publicly

2.       Expressed Personally

B.      Desire An Energized Faith

1.       Understanding Blessings Individually

2.       Understanding  Blessings In Union To Christ

IV.    Offer Yourself As A Conduit Of Revitalization (V. 7)

A.      Revitalized By Love Shown

1.       An Occasion For Joy

2.       An Opening For Encouragement

B.      Revitalized By Love Shared

1.       The Contagion Of Love: Hearts Refreshed

2.       The Carrier Of Love: By You

V.      Conclusion: