Philemon 1:8
Philemon · New Testament · Chapter 1
“Wherefore, though I might be much bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient,”Philemon 1:8
What Does Philemon 1:8 Mean?
Philemon 1:8 is found in the book of Philemon, chapter 1, verse 8 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 18 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (18)
These passages are connected to Philemon 1:8 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
1 Thessalonians 2:6“Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ.”Psalms 37:25“I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.”Romans 1:28“And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient;”2 Corinthians 10:8“For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed:”Philippians 4:3“And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those women which laboured with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and with other my fellowlabourers, whose names are in the book of life.”2 Corinthians 3:12“Seeing then that we have such hope, we use great plainness of speech:”2 Corinthians 7:16“I rejoice therefore that I have confidence in you in all things.”Genesis 50:17“So shall ye say unto Joseph, Forgive, I pray thee now, the trespass of thy brethren, and their sin; for they did unto thee evil: and now, we pray thee, forgive the trespass of the servants of the God of thy father. And Joseph wept when they spake unto him.”1 Chronicles 13:2“And David said unto all the congregation of Israel, If it seem good unto you, and that it be of the LORD our God, let us send abroad unto our brethren every where, that are left in all the land of Israel, and with them also to the priests and Levites which are in their cities and suburbs, that they may gather themselves unto us:”Jeremiah 38:20“But Jeremiah said, They shall not deliver thee. Obey, I beseech thee, the voice of the LORD, which I speak unto thee: so it shall be well unto thee, and thy soul shall live.”2 Corinthians 10:1“Now I Paul myself beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you:”2 Corinthians 11:21“I speak as concerning reproach, as though we had been weak. Howbeit whereinsoever any is bold, (I speak foolishly,) I am bold also.”Ephesians 5:4“Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks.”1 Thessalonians 2:2“But even after that we had suffered before, and were shamefully entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak unto you the gospel of God with much contention.”Philemon 1:14“But without thy mind would I do nothing; that thy benefit should not be as it were of necessity, but willingly.”Nehemiah 5:10“I likewise, and my brethren, and my servants, might exact of them money and corn: I pray you, let us leave off this usury.”Acts 15:2“When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question.”Hebrews 13:22“And I beseech you, brethren, suffer the word of exhortation: for I have written a letter unto you in few words.”
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