Paul intercedes for Onesimus - a fugitive slave. By law, Onesimus shoud be severely punished or even killed by Philemon, his master. Paul argued that Onesimus met him (in Rome) and now, he is a Christian, a brother in Jesus, therefore Paul asks Philemon to treat Onesimus graciously. Onesimus carried two letters: to Colossians and to Philemon.
I imagine Onesimus carrying this letter, surrendered to Jesus. He didn't know what expected him, but he was in peace, confident that the Lord is in control.
The life of Onesimus and Philemon were changed by Jesus - the king of peace.
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