1 Timothy 5:18

The words of scripture are – ‘You should not muzzle the ox while it is treading out the grain.’ and again – ‘The worker is worth their wages.’

Open English Bible (US)

In The King James Version

For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward.

In Context

17Those church elders who fill their office well should be held deserving of especial consideration, particularly those whose work lies in preaching and teaching.

19Do not entertain a charge against an church elder, unless it is supported by two or three witnesses;

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Cross References

Luke 10:7Remain at that same house, and eat and drink whatever they offer you; for the worker is worth their wages. Do not keep changing from one house to another.

Romans 9:17In scripture, again, it is said to Pharaoh – ‘It was for this purpose that I raised you to the throne, to show my power by my dealings with you, and to make my name known throughout the world.’

Romans 11:2God has not rejected his people, whom he chose from the first. Have you forgotten the words of scripture in the story of Elijah – how he appeals to God against Israel?

1 Corinthians 9:14So, too, the Master has appointed that those who tell the good news should get their living from the good news.

Matthew Henry on 1 Timothy 5:18-25

Directions Concerning Elders; Concerning Church Discipline. ( a. d. 64.) 17 Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. 18 For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward. 19 Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses. 20 Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear. 21 I charge thee before God, and the Lord Jesus… Read the whole commentary →

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