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the spirit you show: In his conclusion, Paul uses the Greek plural pronoun for “you,” likely directing his words to all those addressed in verses 1 and 2, including “the congregation that is in [Philemon’s] house.” (Phm 2 and study note) Paul expresses his hope that the undeserved kindness of Jesus Christ will be with their “spirit.” Here that word refers to the impelling inner force, or dominant mental inclination, that moves them to speak and act as they do. (See Glossary, “Spirit.”) With Christ’s blessing, they would be able to continue to speak and act in harmony with God’s will and Christ’s example.​—Ga 6:18 and study note; Php 4:23.