WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS: The Bible writer Paul wrote: “We are not making profit from the word of God.” (2 Corinthians 2:17, footnote) Even though Paul was a prominent minister in the early Christian congregation, he often did manual work so as not to impose a financial burden on others. (Acts 20:34) His attitude reflected his obedience to Jesus’ command: “You received free, give free.”—Matthew 10:7, 8.
BIBLIA INASEMA NINI: Paulo, aliyeandika vitabu fulani vya Biblia, alisema hivi: “Sisi si wachuuzi wa neno la Mungu.” (2 Wakorintho 2:17) Hata ingawa Paulo alikuwa mhudumu maarufu katika kutaniko la Kikristo la karne ya kwanza, mara nyingi alifanya kazi ya mikono ili asiwalemee wengine kifedha.