Acts 20

Paul was such an honorable servant of God. He supported himself as he continued to preach and teach about Jesus. He stated, “I haven’t coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothes … I have provided for myself and my companions using my own hands.”

This does not mean that pastors should be bi-vocational. It just means that Paul was so committed to the integrity of his ministry that he did not want ANY doubt on his motive for preaching.

When a minister has his eyes on material possessions, he is missing the mark. His eyes are probably not on Jesus alone.