How was slavery in the Roman Empire different from 19th century America? How was it alike?

What was good about slavery in Roman times? Why might someone choose to be a slave?

What is essentially wrong with slavery?

2. In verse 1, writing to slaves of non-Christian masters, what attitude and behavior does scripture advocate? What are 2 reasons for this?

3. In verse 2, writing to slaves of Christian masters, what attitude and behavior is required? Why?

4. Why is slavery today so much worse than at any other time in history? What can we do about global slavery today?

5. Check Eph 6:5-8; Col 3:22-25; 1 Cor 7:21-22 – What transferable principles about slaves can be applied to Christians in the workplace today?