Philemon: A Master Class in Discipleship

Philemon: A Master Class in Discipleship


Short but powerful!  These words describe the Epistle to Philemon.  This brief letter is a rich resource for the Christian engaged in ministry or seeking to develop a closer walk with Christ. Through a study of this book, a methodology for effective ministry emerges.  Uniquely and more than any other book in the New Testament, this Epistle provides an in-depth example of a restoration ministry in the life of another believer.  


In this study guide, you will:


Find beautiful reminders of our salvation in Christ,  highlighted with a poignant allegory.  

Learn the methodology employed by the Apostle Paul in his discipleship ministry to Philemon.

Explore the life of Onesimus and discover the surprising twist in the book that goes to the very heart of Christian experience and growth in Christ. 

 

Beyond its tutorial aspects, a personal study through this book of Philemon leaves the reader renewed in hope, energized in ministry and challenged to the very core.