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Test of Faith
- Paul's letter to Philemon, a church leader, addresses a runaway slave situation.
- It tests Paul's radical teachings on equality in Christ, challenging social norms.
Onesimus's Escape
- Philemon's slave, Onesimus, wronged him and ran away, ending up with Paul.
- Onesimus became Christian through Paul's influence, creating a complex situation.
Paul's Dilemma
- Paul's dilemma: uphold his teachings on equality or risk alienating Philemon by advocating for Onesimus.
- Paul's actions would heavily impact the early church's stance on social order and slavery.