In this episode, we unpack the brilliant wordplay and deep gospel truth found in verse 11. Paul addresses Onesimus’ past, acknowledging that he was once “useless” to Philemon—but now, through the transforming power of Jesus Christ, he has become truly “useful.” We dive into how the grace of God takes what was broken, unprofitable, and wasted in our lives and redeems it for His ultimate purpose and service.
“who formerly was useless to you, but now is useful both to you and to me.”
— Philemon 11 (NASB 1995)
Leave a Reply