Philemon
Reconciling Community
Mike Giesenhagen
August 6, 2023
Philemon
1. Reconciliation is a __________, Yet _________ Pursuit.
The Cost for Paul: _______________
The Cost for Philemon: ________________
The Cost for Onesimus: ________________
2. Reconciliation May Include _______________.
3. Reconciliation Must Include ________________.
WEEKLY REFLECTIONS
1. Have you ever had a relationship that was strained? Who was it with? What caused the strain? How did it resolve?
2. Have you ever had to sacrifice on the behalf of someone else? Or have you received the benefit from someone else’s sacrifice? What happened?
3. Sometimes we say we need to “be the bigger person” when in conflict with someone else. How does this demonstrate the sacrifice and forgiveness needed for reconciliation?
4. Have you ever had to ask someone for their forgiveness for a wrong that you had committed? How did that go?
5. What does the Gospel teach us about God’s response when we ask for his forgiveness?
6. Have you ever had to forgive someone for something seemingly unforgiveable? How did God help you through that process?