First published 2024
Relationships fracture and fail. Modern culture encourages walking away when conflicts arise. Bryan Loritts turns to an overlooked biblical narrative to show a different path. He examines how the apostle Paul navigated the broken relationship between Philemon and Onesimus, two men divided by serious grievances. Loritts demonstrates how Paul used truth, repentance, and grace to guide these unlikely companions toward reconciliation. The author argues that even severely damaged relationships can be restored through God's intervention and persistent love. He shows readers practical ways to build connections that survive conflict and time. The book reveals how painful relational ruptures can become sources of strength rather than permanent divisions.
Genres: christian-fiction, friendship, relationships, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
160 pages · Hardcover · IVP