Philemon 1:16

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

but not as a slave. Onesimus is much more than a slave. To me he is a dear friend, but to you he is even more, both as a person and as a follower of the Lord.

Cross References

Matthew 23:8

But none of you should be called a teacher. You have only one teacher, and all of you are like brothers and sisters.

Acts 9:17

Ananias left and went into the house where Saul was staying. Ananias placed his hands on him and said, “Saul, the Lord Jesus has sent me. He is the same one who appeared to you along the road. He wants you to be able to see and to be filled with the Holy Spirit.”

1 Corinthians 7:22

When the Lord chooses slaves, they become his free people. And when he chooses free people, they become slaves of Christ.

Colossians 3:22

Slaves, you must always obey your earthly masters. Try to please them at all times, and not just when you think they are watching. Honour the Lord and serve your masters with your whole heart.

1 Timothy 6:2

If any of you slaves have owners who are followers, you should show them respect. After all, they are also followers of Christ, and he loves them. So you should serve and help them the best you can. These are the things you must teach and tell the people to do.

Hebrews 3:1

My friends, God has chosen you to be his holy people. So think about Jesus, the one we call our apostle and high priest!

1 John 5:1

If we believe that Jesus is truly Christ, we are God's children. Everyone who loves the Father will also love his children.