Paul's request of Philemon then shows us that Christ's work to save us must always frame our response towards our Christian brothers now.
Paul's love-based appeal to Philemon for Onesimus is an appeal you need to apply in your own life.
Since you share in the faith and love of the Lord Jesus, it is only fitting that you share that faith and love with others.
As we conclude Colossians, take heed to the gospel of Christ preached and live in Christ alone by grace alone.
The greetings from Paul and his fellow-workers show us Christ's faithful care for his church and how we should care for Christ's church.
Walking the walk and talking the talk in Christ always must be wise and gracious to those still outside Christ.
Persevere using the privilege of prayer, especially for the preaching of the gospel.
Serving Christ as Lord must be what motivates the work of all slaves and masters, employees and employers.
It is well-pleasing to the Lord for children to obey their parents and for fathers not to provoke their children.
It is fitting in the Lord for wives to submit to their husbands and for husbands to love their wives.