Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Jeg har forstått det slik at han gjorde lite nytte for seg da han var hos deg. Men nå har han virkelig gjort nytte for seg, både for deg og for meg. Jeg sender ham tilbake til deg og ber deg derfor om å ta vel imot ham. Det er som å sende mitt eget hjerte til deg. Jeg skulle gjerne hatt ham hos meg, slik at han kunne fortsette å hjelpe meg på dine vegne her i fengselet, siden du ikke er her. Jeg sitter nemlig i fengsel for å ha spredd budskapet om Jesus. Men uten ditt samtykke ville jeg ikke gjøre noe. For jeg vil ikke at du skal gjøre gode gjerninger bare fordi du kjenner deg tvunget til det, men fordi du av egen fri vilje vil gjøre det.
What Does This Mean?
This verse talks about a person named Onesimus who was once not helpful to Philemon but is now beneficial both to him and the writer, Paul. Paul is speaking here, emphasizing how circumstances can change for the better.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a toy that at first you didn't like playing with because it seemed boring. But then one day, you find out this toy can do something really cool, making playtime more fun and even helping your friends too. That's what Paul is saying about Onesimus!
Historical Background
The book of Philemon was written by the Apostle Paul to a man named Philemon who lived in Colossae during the first century AD. This letter discusses the return of Onesimus, a runaway slave, and his transformation.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, consider someone you thought wasn't useful or supportive but then later became an important friend or colleague who added value to your life and relationships with others.