And daily of one accord in the temple they were persevering; and breaking bread from house to house, they received their food with gladness and purity of heart,

and there was great joy in that city.

And how can they preach, unless they may be sent forth? as has been written, How beautiful are the feet of those, who preach the gospel of good things!

But what is that which ascended, except that which descended into the lower parts of the earth?

And

for he that commends himself is not approved, but whom the Lord commends.

But we intreat you, brethren, to know those who are laboring among you, and standing before you in the Lord, and admonishing you;

Obey your leaders, and be submissive: for they are watching for your souls, as they shall give an account that they may do this with joy and not with grief, for this is unprofitable to you.

Hold such in reputation

who also honored us with many honors; and conferred on us, departing, those things appertaining to use.

for they refreshed my spirit and yours. Acknowledge ye therefore them that are such.

Let the elders who stand before the people beautifully, be considered worthy of double remuneration, especially those laboring in the word and teaching.