Philemon 1:8 Cross References - Thomson

⁸ Wherefore though I have much boldness in Christ to enjoin thee what is fit;

¹² Having therefore such a hope, we use great plainness of speech,

¹ Now I Paul myself exhort you by the meekness and gentleness of the Christ, [I who when present am indeed lowly among you, but being absent am bold towards you] ² and I pray this; that I may not when I am present presume upon that confidence, with which I lay my account to act boldly against some who reckon us as walking after the flesh.

⁸ For though I should boast even somewhat more of this power of ours, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I shall not be put to shame.

²¹ In regard to reproach; as, "That we are weak"; I say that on whatever any one can presume [I speak foolishly] I can do the same.

⁴ nor obscenity, nor foolish talking, nor jesting about things which are unbecoming; but rather thanksgiving.

² Though we indeed had suffered before, and had been treated injuriously, as you know, at Philippi; we had the courage, by the help of our God, to declare to you the glad tidings of God with much earnestness.

⁶ nor were we seeking human glory either from you or from others. We might have appeared with weight as Christ's apostles;