Bible Streams

Philemon is just 25 verses but is full of insight and practical application for living like Jesus in a messy and complicated world. How do we treat people who are more or less powerful than us? How do we find reconciliation when we've been wronged? How should we approach systemic injustice? All of this and more is wrapped up in this amazing letter, and one of it's central ideas: koinonia.Chirs, Alex and Jo discuss how to read Philemon, the intricacies of the text, and some of the big issues that surround this very personal letter from Paul to a dear friend, on behalf of another dear friend.Resources/Links mentioned in this episode, or as references or helpful for Bible Streams:Web: International Justice Mission (IJM)Book: NT Wright - Tyndale New Testament Commentary - Colossians & PhilemonBook: ESV Expository Commentary - Ephesians-PhilemonBook: Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. Music credit