1 Corinthians 9:7–14: Paying Pastors Who Preach
Paul argues that those who sow spiritual things have a genuine claim on material support, and he anchors that claim in ordinary justice, in the law of Moses, in temple practice, and in the Lord's own direction. Then he waives the right for himself so nothing blocks the gospel.
1 Corinthians 9:7–14: Pay for Pastors?
Paul builds a case from farming, soldiering, the law of Moses and temple service that those who preach the gospel have a genuine right to live from it. Then he explains why he chose not to use that right.