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"The Laborer deserves to be paid"
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Embracing Fair Compensation
In Luke 10:7b, Jesus says, “the laborer deserves to be paid.” In a world filled with mixed messages about work and money, this saying by Jesus is a crystal clear guide. Jesus is saying that when a person invests time and effort in God’s work, they should be paid fairly for their contributions. Christians recognize the importance of valuing efforts and embrace fair pay.
First, I explore some of the prevailing attitudes in our world about money and work. Then, I examine Luke 10:1-16 in which Jesus said, “the laborer deserves to be paid.” I conclude with how the passage and Jesus’ fair compensation are applicable today.