1Cor.9.17

For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me.

1Cor.9.17

If this was my own idea of just another way to make a living, I'd expect some pay. But since it's not my idea but something solemnly entrusted to me, why would I expect to get paid?

1Cor.9.17

If I preach voluntarily, I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust committed to me.

1Cor.9.17

For if I do this willingly, I have a reward; but if against my will, I have been entrusted with a stewardship.