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Philemon 1:10-13 New International Version (NIV)

10. that I appeal to you for my son Onesimus, who became my son while I was in chains.

11. Formerly he was useless to you, but now he has become useful both to you and to me.

12. I am sending him—who is my very heart—back to you.

13. I would have liked to keep him with me so that he could take your place in helping me while I am in chains for the gospel.

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