Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Even so hath the Lord ordained that they which preach the gospel should live of the gospel.

Bible References

Ordained

1 Corinthians 9:4
Do we not have a right to eat and drink?
Matthew 10:10
or a bag for your journey, or even two coats, or sandals, or a staff; for the worker is worthy of his support.
Luke 10:7
Stay in that house, eating and drinking what they give you; for the laborer is worthy of his wages. Do not keep moving from house to house.
Galatians 6:6
The one who is taught the word is to share all good things with the one who teaches him.
1 Timothy 5:17
The elders who rule well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

General references

Leviticus 7:32
You shall give the right thigh to the priest as a contribution from the sacrifices of your peace offerings.
Leviticus 22:7
But when the sun sets, he will be clean, and afterward he shall eat of the holy gifts, for it is his food.
Numbers 35:2
“Command the sons of Israel that they give to the Levites from the inheritance of their possession cities to live in; and you shall give to the Levites pasture lands around the cities.
Galatians 6:6
The one who is taught the word is to share all good things with the one who teaches him.