 but to make ourselves an example of how you should follow us. So here is what Paul is saying. Note this, that Paul had full-time employment as a tent maker. Why? So he would not have to put a financial burden on those to whom he preached. 1 Corinthians 9, 17, For if I do this willingly, I have a reward. But if it's against my will, I have been entrusted with a stewardship,