Paul writes to Philemon, a Christian leader, on behalf of Onesimus, a runaway slave who has become a believer. Paul appeals to Philemon to receive Onesimus not as a slave but as a beloved brother in Christ. He offers to personally cover any debts Onesimus owes and expresses confidence that Philemon will respond with grace. Paul closes with greetings and a request for Philemon to prepare a place for him, hinting at a future visit. The letter emphasizes forgiveness, reconciliation, and the transforming power of the gospel.

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Paul encourages prayer, especially for the spread of the gospel, and instructs believers to be wise in how they interact with outsiders. He closes with personal greetings, commending faithful coworkers like Tychicus, Onesimus, and Epaphras, and urges them to remain steadfast in the faith.

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Paul calls believers to set their minds on things above and put to death sinful behaviors like immorality, anger, and lying. Instead, they are to put on virtues like compassion, kindness, and love. He gives practical instructions for relationships, including husbands and wives, parents and children, and masters and slaves.

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Paul warns against deceptive philosophies and legalistic practices that undermine the sufficiency of Christ. He reminds the Colossians that they are complete in Christ, having been buried with Him in baptism and raised to new life. He urges them not to be enslaved by human traditions but to live in the freedom of Christ.

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Paul begins by thanking God for the faith and love of the Colossians, praying for their spiritual growth. He emphasizes Christ’s supremacy over creation and the church, declaring that all things were created through and for Him. Paul also speaks of his mission to proclaim Christ and help believers mature in their faith.

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Paul exhorts the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord, to pray instead of worrying, and to focus on what is true and good. He thanks them for their financial support and shares how he has learned contentment in every situation through Christ’s strength. He closes with final greetings and a blessing.

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Paul warns against legalism, emphasizing that righteousness comes through faith in Christ, not the law. He shares his personal testimony, counting all things as loss compared to knowing Christ. He encourages believers to press on toward their heavenly calling and to imitate godly examples.

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Paul calls for unity and humility, using Christ as the ultimate example—He humbled Himself in obedience to death but was exalted by God. Paul encourages the Philippians to work out their salvation with God’s power at work in them. He commends Timothy and Epaphroditus as faithful servants of the gospel.

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Paul begins with gratitude and joy for the Philippians, thanking God for their partnership in the gospel. He encourages them to remain steadfast, even in suffering, and shares how his imprisonment has actually advanced the gospel. He urges them to live in a manner worthy of Christ, standing firm in faith despite opposition.

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Paul instructs children, parents, slaves, and masters on how to live in Christ-honoring relationships. He then encourages believers to put on the full armor of God to stand against spiritual warfare, ending with a call to prayer and closing greetings.

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