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Philemon 1:23–25 — Grace at the Close
Paul closes with greetings from his companions and speaks the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ over everyone addressed.
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Philemon 1:17–22 — Receive Him as Myself
Paul asks Philemon to receive Onesimus as he would receive Paul, takes the debt himself, and trusts Philemon to respond generously.
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Philemon 1:12–16 — Sent Back
Paul sends Onesimus back, refuses to force Philemon’s hand, and asks him to receive Onesimus not only as a servant but as a beloved brother.