Philemon 1:1 - Who wrote the letter to Philemon?
Paul (and Timothy).

Philemon 1:1 - How does Paul describe himself in the greeting?
A prisoner of Christ Jesus.

Philemon 1:1 - How is Timothy described in the greeting?
"Our brother."

Philemon 1:1-2 - Although the book is called "Philemon", who else is specifically mentioned in Paul's greeting?
Apphia, Archippus and the church that met in Philemon's home.

Philemon 1:1 - How does Paul address Philemon in the greeting?
Our dear friend and fellow worker.

Philemon 1:1 - How does Paul address Apphia in the greeting?
Our sister.

Philemon 1:1 - How does Paul address Archippus in the greeting?
Our fellow soldier.

Philemon 1:3 - What is Paul's initial greeting to Philemon, and the rest of the church?
Grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Philemon 1:4 - What does Paul say he does when he remembers Philemon in his prayers?
He always thanks God.

Philemon 1:5 - Why does Paul say he thanks God for Philemon?
Because he hears about Philemon's faith in Jesus and his love for all the saints.

Philemon 1:6 - What did Paul tell Philemon that he prayed about for him?
That he would be active in sharing his faith.

Philemon 1:6 - What did Paul tell Philemon would come about when he was active in sharing his faith?
He would have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ.

Philemon 1:7 - How did Paul say Philemon's love had affected him?
It had given him great joy and encouragement.

Philemon 1:7 - Why did Paul say he was encouraged by Philemon's love?
Because he had refreshed the hearts of the saints.

Philemon 1:8 - Paul told Philemon that if he wanted, he could be bold and do what?
Order Philemon to do what he ought to do.

Philemon 1:9 - Paul told Philemon that instead of ordering him to do what he ought, he would do what?
Appeal to him on the basis of love.

Philemon 1:9 - When Paul appeals to Philemon for Onesimus, how does he describe himself?
An old man and a prisoner of Jesus Christ.

Philemon 1:10 - For whose sake did Paul plead with Philemon?
Onesimus.

Philemon 1:10 - How does Paul describe his relationship with Onesimus?
He says that Onesimus became his "son" while he was in chains.

Philemon 1:11 - Paul tells Philemon that although Onesimus was formerly useless to him, what is now true?
He had become useful to both Paul and Philemon.

Philemon 1:12 - How does Paul describe Onesimus when he tells Philemon that he is sending him back?
"My very heart."

Philemon 1:13 - What does Paul say he would have liked to do with Onesimus?
He would have liked to keep him so he could take Philemon's place in helping Paul while he was in chains for the gospel.

Philemon 1:14 - Why did Paul tell Philemon that he was sending Onesimus back instead of keeping him as he would like?
Paul did not want to do anything without Philemon's consent, so that any favor Philemon did would be spontaneous and not forced.

Philemon 1:15-16 - What did Paul say about why Onesimus may have come to him?
Paul suggested that maybe the reasons why he was separated from Philemon for a short time was so that he could have him back for good.

Philemon 1:16 - Paul said that perhaps Philemon might now have Onesimus back for good, but what would be different?
It would no longer be as a slave, but as a dear brother.

Philemon 1:16 - Paul told Philemon that Onesimus was very dear to him but he was what to Philemon?
Even dearer, both as a man and as a brother in the Lord.

Philemon 1:17 - Paul tells Philemon to welcome Onesimus in what way?
As he would welcome Paul.

Philemon 1:17 - Paul said that if Philemon considered him what, he would warmly welcome Onesimus?
A partner.

Philemon 1:18 - What did Paul tell Philemon about any debt that Onesimus may owe or wrong he may have done?
To charge it to Paul.

Philemon 1:19 - Paul takes over for the scribe and writes what with his own hand?
A promise that he will pay back anything Onesimus owes, and a reminder that Philemon owes Paul his very self.

Philemon 1:20 - What does Paul tell Philemon he wishes from him?
That he may have some benefit from him in Christ.

Philemon 1:20 - Paul hints that Philemon forgiving any wrongs or debts of Onesimus would do what for him?
Refresh his heart in Christ.

Philemon 1:21 - Paul tells Philemon that he is confident of what from him?
His obedience.

Philemon 1:21 - Paul tells Philemon that he is confident in his obedience and knows that he will do what?
Even more than Paul asks.

Philemon 1:22 - What additional thing does Paul ask from Philemon after pleading for Onesimus?
For Philemon to prepare a guest room for him.

Philemon 1:22 - Why does Paul ask Philemon to prepare a guest room for him?
Because Paul hoped to be restored to him in answer to Philemon's prayers.

Philemon 1:23 - What other man, imprisoned with Paul for the sake of Christ, also sent greetings to Philemon?
Epaphras.

Philemon 1:24 - What other men, fellow workers with Paul, sent Philemon their greetings?
Mark, Aristarchus, Demas and Luke.

Philemon 1:25 - With what blessing does Paul conclude his letter to Philemon?
"The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit."