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.