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The Raging of the Nations (vv. 1-3) The Rebuke of Yahweh (vv. 4-6) The Retaliation of the Son (vv. 7-9) The Refuge of the Wise (vv. 10-12)

Two Directions (vv. 1-2)Two Descriptions (vv. 3-4) Two Destinies (vv. 5-6)

Communicate your trust in them (v21). Provide accountability for them (v22). Remind them of their fellowship (v23,24). Pray for grace to be with them (v25).

“The apostle Paul appeals to Philemon to forgive his slave Onesimus—because (1) of their new partnership with each other in Christ [17] (2) restitution for his debt has already been made by Christ [18-19], (3) it brings benefits to everyone involved through Christ [20]"

The Lens of God’s Redemptive Orchestration The Lens of the Gospel’s Redemptive Order

Essential #1—A godly appeal approaches in love rather than power (8-9a) Essential #2—A godly appeal abandons personal needs and agendas (9b, 13) Essential #3—A godly appeal builds upon gospel transformation (10-11) Essential #4—A godly appeal utilizes consent rather than compulsion (12-14)

The Praiseworthy Character of Love and Faith (4-5), The Sanctifying Power of Exercising Faith (6), The Refreshing Power of Extending Love (7)

The Story Behind the Letter, Three Principles for Peacemaking, I. Balance authority with relationship (1a), II. Be accountable to the Church (1b-2) III. Begin appeals with Gospel Truth (3)

1. The ‘Wife’ in the Book of Proverbs, 2. The ‘Excellent Wife’ of Proverbs 31, 3. The ‘Worthy Woman’ of Ruth

Paul’s Final Words to the Colossians, 1. His Personal Greeting, 2. His Prayer Request, 3. His Closing Blessing, Paul’s Overall Message to the Colossians

Promote Fellowship with Other Churches (4:15), Pursue Knowledge of God’s Word (4:16), Press for Faithfulness in Church Leaders (4:17)

Who Were They? Theological Questions Raised: Questions we need to ask ourselves after considering the lives of these two men…

Epaphras—A True Prayer Warrior. Who is Epaphras? How Did He Pray? How can we grow in prayer?

Who were they: I. A Man of Great Mystery—Jesus/Justus II. A Man of Great Loyalty—Aristarchus III. A Man with a Great Return—Mark What we learn from them: I. Shared Ministry is God’s Design for the Church II. Comfort is a Natural Result of True Christian Fellowship

Connection #1—Our Past Justification Assures Us of Our Future Salvation (5:9). Connection #2—Our Past Reconciliation Assures Us of Our Future Salvation (5:10). Connection #3—Our Past Reconciliation Leads to Our Present Rejoicing (5:11)

Our Desperate Need for a Savior (5:6a). Christ’s Atoning Death for the Ungodly (5:6b). God’s Great Love for Sinners (5:7-8).

The context of Luke's Gospel. Jesus' concern for His disciples (22:40, 45-46). Jesus' prayer to His Father (22:41-42). Jesus' agony in His prayer (22:43-44).

Q: Who is Wise and Understanding? A: Let a Genuine Believer show it by his Good Behavior 1) Christian Pretender’s heart is motivated by bitter jealousy and selfish ambition 2) Christian Pretender is warned not to boast that he is right with God to deceive himself and others

The "A" Team - Available, Approachable, Attentive, Affirming, Assuring, Authentic

The "seemingly" insignificant messengers: Tychicus and Onesimus. The "seemingly" insignificant message. The Significance of the Messengers and their Message.