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May 12, 2026

Why Does Not Commanding Serve Love? Philemon 8–14, Part 2

from Look at the Book Hosted by John Piper

Paul knows what he wants Philemon to do, but he chooses not to command it. Why? He wants something deeper than rote obedience: genuine love.

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