Philemon 1 · Grade 3
More Than Before
Read the Story
Paul was in chains when he wrote to Philemon. A church met at his house. Paul thanked God for his faith and love. He said this love had cheered God's people.
Paul wrote to ask a favor. A man named Onesimus had been gone from Philemon's home for a time. While he was with Paul, he came to trust in Jesus. Paul called him his child in the faith. Paul said that once he had been no help, but now he was a big help.
Paul sent Onesimus back. He asked Philemon to welcome him as a dear brother in the Lord. If he owed anything, Paul would pay it. Paul also asked for a guest room to be made ready for him.
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)
Answer the Questions
Where was Paul when he wrote?
What did Philemon's love do?
What did Paul call Onesimus?
What would Paul do if Onesimus owed anything?
A Letter of Love
Write what happened in each box.
Word Search
Find each word. Words go across, down, and diagonally.
- 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.
- How are believers a family?
- How did Jesus pay for us?
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