"After these things Paul departed from Athens and went to Corinth. And he found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, who had recently come from Italy with his wife, Priscilla (because Claudius had commanded all the Jews to depart from Rome): and he came to them. So, because he was of the same trade, he stayed with them and worked; for by occupation they were tentmakers."
Acts 18:1-3
Those who do spiritual ministry and are rewarded financially by that ministry are truly blessed, because they can serve God without having the added burden of providing for their needs. But that is not always the case. Paul and Aquilla set the example by supporting themselves with secular work so they could do spiritual ministry. I know by experience that it is tough to live divided between secular and spiritual. May those who are by necessity "tentmakers" receive an extra blessing.
Today's Thought: Those who are called to ministry will find a way, even if it means being a tentmaker.
Have a blessed day as you minister for Jesus. Love you.
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