# General Information:

The word "us" is plural and refers to Paul, those with him, and all Christians, including the readers. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive]])

# that the fellowship of your faith

"that your working together with us"

# be effective for the knowledge of everything good

"result in knowing what is good"

# in Christ

"because of Christ"

# the hearts of the believers have been refreshed by you

This can be stated in active form. AT: "you encouraged believers" or "you have helped the believers" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])

# brother

"dear brother" or "dear friend." Paul called Philemon "brother" because they were both believers and he emphasizing their friendship.