What can the book of Philemon teach us about grace, forgiveness, and the power of the gospel to change lives? In this introduction to Paul’s letter to Philemon, Pastor Phil Fernandes examines the historical setting of this short New Testament book and the relationship between Paul, Philemon, and Onesimus. Written during Paul’s Roman imprisonment, the letter concerns Onesimus, a runaway slave who encountered Paul, became a Christian, and was being sent back to Philemon as a fellow believer. The message explores the setting of slavery in the Roman world and Paul’s teaching that believers, regardless of social status, are brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ.