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1 Timothy 5:18
For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward.
A pastor went to see a doctor friend of his for a check-up. During the exam, the pastor shared with him how some of his congregation complained about his salary. The doctor knew the man of God worked a full-time job, spent many hours in the word, cared for his flock, and helped countless people in the community.
The doctor finished the exam and ask his friend. “If a man could fix your heart and give you another twenty-five years, how much would that be worth?” The preacher replied, “I don’t know.” The doctor responded, “three-hundred-thousand dollars.” The doctor continued. “If a man could remove a brain tumor and give you twenty more years with your family, how much would that be worth?” The pastor shook his head and said, “I don’t know.” His friend followed, “It would be worth two-hundred-fifty thousand dollars.” After a brief pause the doctor asks, “Pastor, what is a man worth that can keep a person out of hell?”
The answer to that last question is one that you can not put a price on. Any man, woman, pastor, or child, who can share the gospel and bring a person to Jesus Christ is worth more than the wealth of the world. Whenever Satan tries to make you believe you are worthless, just remember, you can’t put a price on those who rescue others from hell.
Proverbs 11:30
The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.
Louis Edwards
