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Category Archives: Philemon

Dig into the linguistics.

Look at the word definition for “refreshed” and “joy” in Philemon 1:7 and 20 and compare it to its Hebrew equivalent for “rest” in Isaiah 11:2 and 14:3.

Pair the passages.

Read Philemon 1:18-19 alongside John 8:6-8 and Colossians 2:14. How does the truths of the passages give deeper insight into what Paul is promising?

Research the book.

Consult your Bible’s introduction to the book, your favorite study tools (like Search the Scriptures) or The Bible Project for foundational introductory information before beginning to study the first chapter.

Identify the key verse.

Hint: Find the author’s emphasis by looking for repeated words and ideas throughout the text.

Pair the passages.

Read this passage alongside Romans 8:26-30.

Category Archives: Philemon

Philemon 1:8-25

Some Scripture-Digging Tips

Dig into the linguistics.

Pair the passages.

Philemon 1:1-7

Some Scripture-Digging Tips

Research the book.

Identify the key verse.

Pair the passages.