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How do we know the teaching about oxen applies to pastors?

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The Apostle Paul explicitly links the command about oxen to the rights of pastors to receive support for their spiritual labors (1 Corinthians 9:9-14).

In 1 Corinthians 9, Paul explains that the Old Testament command about not muzzling the ox is not just about animal husbandry. It serves as an illustration for the principle that those who labor in preaching and teaching, like pastors and elders, have legitimate rights to benefit from their ministry. He states in verses 13-14, 'Do ye not know that they which minister about holy things live of the things of the temple? And they which wait at the altar are partakers with the altar. Even so hath the Lord ordained that they which preach the gospel should live of the gospel.' This highlights that God’s provision extends to His servants, ensuring they are sustained as they fulfill their calling.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 9:9-14

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