Theme: ABBA FATHER sees every hope dealer as a false teacher that’s on their way to hell to be cast into the lake of fire if they don’t biblically repent before they take their last breath.
A need to know.
The scripture say the people that tell God good news to others should receive what they need to live, it doesn’t say to buy a Bentley, a Rolls-Royce, a Maserati, a yacht jet or mansion.
Support is not interpreted as seeking luxurious wealth, but having necessary support to remove distractions Apostle Paul illustrate the principle of voluntary sacrifice, setting himself apart from traveling teachers who taught only for money take money away and we will see how many people will sit down that wasn’t called. They went.
Sad to say it’s many financial abuses standing behind
Pulpit fleecing the 🐑.
1 CORINTHIANS 9:14 EasyEnglish Bible
In the same way, the people who tell God's good news to others should receive what they need to live. They should receive it from the people who hear the good news from them.
Divine story time.
1 Corinthians 9:14 Apostle Paul establishes that those preaching the gospel have the right to receive financial support, stating, "the Lord has commanded that those who preach the gospel should live from the gospel". This serves as a defense of his apostolic authority and right to compensation, which he voluntary waived to avoid hindering the gospel hope dealers don’t want to hear this.
Defending Authority: Paul was defending his status as a true apostle to the Corinthian church, as some challenged his ministry because he did not accept financial support from them.
The Commandment: Paul refers to Jesus' command (e.g., Matthew 10:9-10; Luke 10:7) that workers are worthy of their support.
2 PETER 2:3
And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you — they whose judgment now for a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not.
Divine story time.
2 Peter 2:3 warns that false teachers, motivated by greed, exploit believers with fabricated, "feigned" words. These teachers were likely internal, deceptive figures creating divisions, promoting immoral behavior, and denying divine judgment. Their impending destruction was guaranteed and already deemed certain by ABBA FATHER, despite their outward success.
Purpose: Peter writes to warn churches about rising internal corruption from false teachers who twist scripture to justify selfish, immoral lifestyles (greed and immorality).
The Deception: These individuals were "secretly" introducing heresies, pretending to be part of the community, but "exploiting" them through manipulated, "feigned" words (Gk. plastois logois), which means made-up or fabricated stories we are still seeing these things in many brick and mortar buildings in 2026 apostle Peter wrote this letter between AD 64 and 68 see how long it’s been since leadership did not biblically repent.
The Judgment: Despite the false teachers' denial of accountability, Peter stresses that their judgment is not "idle" (i.e., not sleeping or delaying). He emphasizes that ABBA FATHER condemnation of them is certain, linking their fate to the examples of fallen angels and the ancient world (Sodom and Gomorrah).
Historical Context: While specific identities are unknown, they were active within the church, causing "the way of truth to be evil spoken of". The warning against them is similar to what is found in the book of Jude, which was written during a similar time of apostasy.
From my personal journey studying the New Testament teachings, I’ve come to realize how critical it is to distinguish between genuine ministry and those driven by greed. Apostle Paul’s example in 1 Corinthians 9:14 is powerful—he insists that those who preach the gospel deserve support, but never luxury or excess. This principle is clear: support should cover necessities that allow ministers to focus on their calling, not personal wealth or extravagant lifestyles. In my experience attending various churches, sincerely motivated ministers depend on the community’s support only to maintain their basic needs and reduce distractions. On the other hand, warnings found in 2 Peter 2:3 about false teachers resonate deeply. I’ve witnessed how some so-called leaders use manipulated scriptures to justify greed, causing harm and division within congregations. These biblical passages remind us to be vigilant and discerning. False teachers often cloak themselves in spiritual language while secretly aiming for financial gain. This exploitation is not only a betrayal of trust but a serious spiritual offense with consequences described vividly—judgment assured by ABBA FATHER. Practically, this means as believers, we need to support ministers responsibly and hold leaders accountable, encouraging repentance and humility rather than opulence. When false teaching arises, it threatens the integrity of the gospel message and can lead many astray. Therefore, regular study of scripture and prayerful discernment become essential tools to protect ourselves and our faith communities from deception. In sum, reflecting on these scriptures has helped me appreciate apostolic authority and the necessity for biblical repentance in ministry leadership. Genuine ministers focus on serving others faithfully, not amassing wealth. Likewise, I encourage fellow believers to seek spiritual truth boldly, test teachings against scripture, and support those called to preach the gospel as intended—through humble service and truthful living.