Philemon Historical Background | Why was Philemon written?

Discover the Book of Philemon in a new way with our animated Bible video! Gain a deeper understanding of Philemon through its historical background, and apply its message to your life and Bible study today. Knowing the historical setting of Philemon, including slavery in the Roman Empire will help you to better understand this Biblical book, and its message. Being a disciple of Jesus means that we reflect the same forgiveness and reconciliation that we have received from Him.

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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro: What Is Effective Discipleship?
0:27 Setting of the Letter of Philemon
1:14 Slavery in the Roman Empire
2:11 Paul and Onesimus
4:04 Application: Model of Effective Discipleship