Acts 18:3

First Nations Version

Small Man (Paul) found out they were both tentmakers, as he was, so he lodged with them and joined them in their work.

Cross References

1 Thessalonians 2:9

My sacred family members, I am sure you remember how hard we worked night and day so we would not be a burden to anyone as we told Creator’s good story to you.

1 Corinthians 4:12

We have had to work hard with our own hands to have enough to eat. We have blessed those who cursed us and have been patient with the ones who bring harm to us.

2 Corinthians 11:9

While I was with you, I did not ask any of you for help, even though I was in need. Some sacred family members who came from Land of Tall People (Macedonia) gifted me with everything I needed. In this way, I was able to keep myself from becoming a burden to you, and I mean to keep it that way.

2 Corinthians 12:13

What have I done for the other sacred families that I have not done for you? Only that I did not become a burden to you. You must release me from this wrong!

2 Corinthians 11:7

Was it wrong for me to humble myself by giving you Creator’s good story without charge in order to bless you?

1 Corinthians 9:14

In the same way, our Honored Chief instructed his followers that the ones who are tellers of the good story should receive their living from the good story.

1 Corinthians 9:15

But as for me, I have not asked for this right, and I am not saying this so you will give it to me. I would rather die than have anyone take away my dignity in this matter.

1 Corinthians 9:18

So what honor do I take to myself? It is my honor to tell the good story without expecting anything in return. In this way, I lay down any rights that I could ask for as I tell the good story.

1 Thessalonians 4:11

Make it your aim to live a quiet and peaceful life, to mind your own business, and to work with your own hands, just as we have instructed.