2/25 1 Corinthians 9:14-18
14 In the same way, the Lord gave orders that those who preach the Good News should be supported by those who benefit from it. 15 Yet I have never used any of these rights. And I am not writing this to suggest that I would like to start now. In fact, I would rather die than lose my distinction of preaching without charge. 16 For preaching the Good News is not something I can boast about. I am compelled by God to do it. How terrible for me if I didn’t do it! 17 If I were doing this of my own free will, then I would deserve payment. But God has chosen me and given me this sacred trust, and I have no choice. 18 What then is my pay? It is the satisfaction I get from preaching the Good News without expense to anyone, never demanding my rights as a preacher.
HOW
How should we live? What if things aren’t going my way? I would encourage you to put your life in the hands of Jesus. Ask Him what you should do and how you should do it. Let Him give you guidance and follow that guidance. Take time to consider your course and then do what the Lord prompts you to do. If you are a tradesperson, do all to the best of your ability all the while representing the Lord Jesus Christ in all you say and do. Glorify God by the way you live.
FEBRUARY 25 – HOW
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Clay Corvin
Clay Corvin is currently a Bible Teacher and occasional preacher at Bethel Community Baptist Church in New Orleans. He is the retired VP Business and Professor of Admin at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary after completing 38 years as their Business Administrator. He was the pastor at the Brantley Baptist Center for twenty-five years. He is married to Carol Corvin and the father of three children and has three grandchildren. He ministers today as Co-pastor of the Bethel Community Baptist Church and seeks to share the Gospel with everyone. Jesus is Lord!