Philemon 7-9

21st Century King James Version

⁷ For we have great joy and consolation in thy love, because the hearts of the saints are refreshed by thee, brother.

⁸ Therefore, though I might be bold enough in Christ to enjoin thee to do that which is befitting,

⁹ yet for love’s sake rather I beseech thee, being such a one as Paul the aged, and now also a prisoner of Jesus Christ.