Special Event - Summer Series; More Than a Slave: A Study of Philemon: Dr. Todd D. Still, 06/28/26

In this first session of the Summer Series, guest teacher Dr. Todd Still dives deep into Paul's shortest preserved letter — Philemon. Explore the historical context of Colossae, the identity of Onesimus (whose name means "useful"), and Paul's masterful appeal for reconciliation between a slave owner and his slave-turned-brother in Christ. Discover how this 335-word letter speaks to human dignity, the transformative power of the gospel, and the ministry of hospitality, themes as relevant today as they were in the first century. Topics covered: • Historical background of Colossae and the Lycus River Valley • Authorship and dating of Philemon among Paul's prison epistles • Word study: Onesimus ("useful") and splagchna (metaphorical term for your inner most being) • Paul's rhetorical strategy of appeal over command • Martin Luther's reflection on Philemon as a picture of the gospel • Application: dignity, hospitality, and reconciliation today Join us Sundays at 11:00am CST! Links below: YouTube:    / @biblicalliteracy   CFBC Website: https://www.championforest.org/worshi... Fair Use Disclaimer: This video is made by a nonprofit organization for educational purposes. It may include copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advance understanding of educational, cultural, and social issues. This constitutes a “fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act. The content is used for teaching, commentary, analysis, and nonprofit educational purpose only.