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Philemon 1 · Grade 2

A Letter About Onesimus

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Read the Story

Paul wrote a letter to his friend. His friend was named Philemon. A church met at his house. Paul thanked God for his love. His love made God's people glad.

A man named Onesimus had been away from his friend's home. He met Paul. Then he came to trust in Jesus. Now Paul sent him back home. Paul asked his friend to be kind to him, like a dear brother.

Memory Verse

“For we have much joy and comfort in your love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you, brother.”

Philemon 1:7 (WEB)

Show What You Know

Circle the right answer, or write it on the lines.

  1. Where did a church meet?

    In Philemon's houseOnesimusAs a dear brother

  2. What did Paul thank God for?

    Philemon's loveIn Philemon's houseAs a dear brother

  3. Who came to believe in Jesus?

    In Philemon's houseAs a dear brotherOnesimus

  4. How should Philemon welcome Onesimus?

    In Philemon's housePhilemon's loveAs a dear brother

Word Search

Find and circle each word. Words go across and down.

PEGWGUESTRASUBPHALEMRJGRHHHFNNTWAVBERYHUNYFJAEBLOVEOARSOWWPRRGTHKJOYSRSSMRBROTHER
  • PRAYERS
  • BROTHER
  • PARTNER
  • REFRESH
  • HEARTS
  • GUEST
  • LOVE
  • JOY

Prayer

Dear God, thank You for love that welcomes others. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • Why did Paul write to Philemon?
  • How can you welcome a new friend?

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