S. 1 Timothy 5:17-18 (NIV) 17 The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching. 18 For Scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,”[a] and “The worker deserves his wages.”
O. Paul has been teaching on Elders in the church. He has provided instruction to Timothy on how they are to be cared for. He notes that Elders whose work is in preaching and teaching, they are worthy of double honor (that is compensation). He then supports this teaching with references from Deuteronomy 25:4 and 1 Corinthians 9:7-9.
A. I am very thankful for how the Lord has blessed me and supported me. Over the past 30 years of pastoral ministry, the Lord has supported me faithfully - and in this passage is the reason - those whose work is in preaching and teaching are to be supported by those who receive it.
P. Thank you Father for your word today. Thank you for instruction in the biblical care of Elders in the church (men and women) and in those whose work is in preaching and teaching. Holy Spirit fill me and guide me to continue to labor in love of your high calling in my life. In Jesus’ name.
