Philemon 1:5
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philemon 1:5 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philemon 1:5 is a verse from the book of Philemon in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Hearing of thy love and faith, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints;" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philemon 1:5 — KJV
“Hearing of thy love and faith, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints;”
— Philemon 1:5 (KJV)
Philemon 1:5 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 1:5
“Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints,”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:5: love, faith, lord
“O love the LORD, all ye his saints: for the LORD preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer.”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:5: love, faith, lord
“Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:5: faith, toward, lord
“To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:5: love, lord, jesus
“Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Shares key themes with Philemon 1:5: love, faith, lord
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