1. From Paul, a prisoner for the sake of Christ Jesus, and from our brother Timothy —To our friend and fellow-worker Philemon,
2. and the church that meets in your house, and our sister Apphia, and our fellow-soldier Archippus:
3. May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace.
4. Brother Philemon, every time I pray, I mention you and give thanks to my God.
5. For I hear of your love for all God's people and the faith you have in the Lord Jesus.