1. From Paul, who is in jail for serving Christ Jesus, and from Timothy, who is like a brother because of our faith.Philemon, you work with us and are very dear to us. This letter is to you
2. and to the church that meets in your home. It is also to our dear friend Apphia and to Archippus, who serves the Lord as we do.
3. I pray that God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ will be kind to you and will bless you with peace!
4. Philemon, each time I mention you in my prayers, I thank God.
5. I hear about your faith in our Lord Jesus and about your love for all God's people.
6. As you share your faith with others, I pray that they may come to know all the blessings Christ has given us.
7. My friend, your love has made me happy and has greatly encouraged me. It has also cheered the hearts of God's people.
8. Christ gives me the courage to tell you what to do.