Thematic Bible: Self-support


Thematic Bible



Paul came to them, and because he was of the same trade with them, he lodged with them, and worked with them??or by trade they were tentmakers. Verse ConceptsArts And Crafts, Types ofTentsIndustry, Examples OfTentmakingLike Good PeopleStaying Temporarilypartnershipvocation


"You yourselves know how these hands of mine provided for my needs, and those of my companions. Verse ConceptsPoverty, Remedies ForIndustryActing For Oneselfprovidingministering

I did not eat my food as a gift from any man, but in toil and travail, night and day, I worked, so that I might not be a burden to any of you. Verse ConceptsdiligenceNightPoverty, Remedies ForLabour Day And NightThose Who ToiledHardship

After this Paul lived for two whole years in his own rented house, and used to receive all who came to see him. Verse ConceptsTwo YearsWelcoming Other PeoplePaying For Goods

But for my part, I have never availed myself of any of these rights. I do not say this to bring it about in my own case. I would rather die than let any one make void this boast of mine. Verse ConceptsHope, Nature OfWagesPaul's BoastingBoasting