Philemon 1:2
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philemon 1:2 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philemon 1:2 is a verse from the book of Philemon in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And to our beloved Apphia, and Archippus our fellowsoldier, and to the church in thy house:" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philemon 1:2 — KJV
“And to our beloved Apphia, and Archippus our fellowsoldier, and to the church in thy house:”
— Philemon 1:2 (KJV)
Philemon 1:2 in Context — About the Book of Philemon
Philemon is a one-page masterpiece of gospel diplomacy. Paul sends the runaway slave Onesimus back to his master — not as property but as a dear brother — and offers to pay every debt himself: charge it to me. It is the gospel of reconciliation written into a single relationship.
Cross-References for Philemon 1:2
“Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my wellbeloved Epaenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ.”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:2: beloved, church, house
“What hath my beloved to do in mine house, seeing she hath wrought lewdness with many, and the holy flesh is passed from thee? when thou doest evil, then thou rejoicest. What...: Heb. What is to my beloved in my house when...: or, when thy evil is”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:2: beloved, house
“I have forsaken mine house, I have left mine heritage; I have given the dearly beloved of my soul into the hand of her enemies. the dearly...: Heb. the love”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:2: beloved, house
“As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison.”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:2: church, house
“For this cause have I sent unto you Timotheus, who is my beloved son, and faithful in the Lord, who shall bring you into remembrance of my ways which be in Christ, as I teach every where in every church.”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:2: beloved, church
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