Philemon 1:8

Paul’s Plea for Onesimus

8 Therefore, although in Christ I could be bold and order you to do what you ought to do,

Philemon 1:8 in Other Translations

KJV
8 Wherefore, though I might be much bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient,
ESV
8 Accordingly, though I am bold enough in Christ to command you to do what is required,
NLT
8 That is why I am boldly asking a favor of you. I could demand it in the name of Christ because it is the right thing for you to do.
MSG
8 In line with all this I have a favor to ask of you. As Christ's ambassador and now a prisoner for him, I wouldn't hesitate to command this if I thought it necessary,
CSB
8 For this reason, although I have great boldness in Christ to command you to do what is right,

Philemon 1:8 In-Context

6 I pray that your partnership with us in the faith may be effective in deepening your understanding of every good thing we share for the sake of Christ.
7 Your love has given me great joy and encouragement, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the Lord’s people.
8 Therefore, although in Christ I could be bold and order you to do what you ought to do,
9 yet I prefer to appeal to you on the basis of love. It is as none other than Paul—an old man and now also a prisoner of Christ Jesus—
10 that I appeal to you for my son Onesimus, who became my son while I was in chains.
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