Philemon A Testament of God's Grace

Philemon A Testament of God's Grace - NextLevel Online curriculum

Lessons

“Grace That Transforms” is a six-session study through the book of Philemon. Each lesson unpacks how God’s grace reshapes relationships, overturns cultural paradigms, and reconciles the estranged into family. From mirroring Christ’s grace, to shifting perspectives, trusting the process of reconciliation, extending hospitality, and embodying new life, this series shows how the Gospel enacts freedom and unity in Christ.

Session 01

Mirroring Grace

Paul begins his letter to Philemon by highlighting God’s grace, love, and faith as the model for how believers mirror Christ in their relationships.

Session 02

The Paradigm of Grace

Paul challenges Philemon to move from the old master–slave paradigm to a new paradigm of family in Christ, seeing Onesimus not as property but as a brother.

Session 03

Trusting Grace

Reconciliation is shown as a process that requires vulnerability, reflection, and action. Paul urges Philemon to trust God’s providence in restoring broken relationships.

Session 04

Welcoming Grace

Hospitality becomes the framework for reconciliation as Paul calls Philemon to welcome Onesimus not as a slave but as a beloved brother in the Lord.

Session 05

Enfleshing Grace

Grace takes on flesh as Paul envisions Onesimus’ freedom and full inclusion in God’s household, showing how the Gospel transforms social and personal identity.

Session 06

Preaching Grace

The series concludes with practical guidance on how Philemon’s message of reconciliation can be proclaimed and embodied in the life of the church today.