1 Timothy 5:17 (ESV) — Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of
double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching.
NOTE: In this verse,
the word "elders" has a qualifier, "who rule well," and
"labor in preaching and teaching." In other words, not every elder,
but those who do a good job at it. In the middle ages, a religious leader was considered
a cozy job with decent pay, little work, and some degree of honor. It is very
sad that even today some consider the occupation similarly. Others, the
agnostic and atheist, view the job with disdain. My point, is that, the double
honor is reserved for those who do it well, and who work hard at preaching and
teaching.
What does double
honor mean? Well, they certainly should be paid well as the verses which follow
suggest. And we should consider their words with great interest and
introspection. At least that is how I would view a boss that I greatly honored.
PRAYER: Father, show
me how I should honor my spiritual leaders. I don't often do things out of the
blue. Maybe I need to send a surprise gift or note. Lead me in a good idea.
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