I do all these things because of the gospel, so that I can be a participant in it.

In the same way the Lord commanded those who proclaim the gospel to receive their living by the gospel.

What then is my reward? That when I preach the gospel I may offer the gospel free of charge, and so not make full use of my rights in the gospel.

Now I want to make clear for you, brothers and sisters, the gospel that I preached to you, that you received and on which you stand,