The World English Bible (WEB): Philemon

"The World English Bible (WEB): Philemon" by Anonymous is a short but powerful letter that explores themes of forgiveness and brotherhood in the early Christian community. The story unfolds as a message to Philemon, a slave owner, regarding his runaway slave, Onesimus. It is told through the eyes of Paul, who asks Philemon to welcome Onesimus back, not as a slave, but as a brother in faith, emphasizing the transforming power of Christian love and the erasing of social boundaries. Paul speaks of how useful Onesimus has become and appeals to Philemon's sense of Christian duty, urging him to go even further than expected, creating a sense of anticipation and encouragement in the Christian fellowship.