Acts 18:3

The Passion Translation

Since Paul and Aquila were both tentmakers by trade, Paul moved in with them and they became business partners.

Cross References

1 Thessalonians 2:9

Beloved brothers and sisters, surely you remember how hard we labored among you. We worked night and day so that we would not become a burden to you while we preached the wonderful gospel of God.

1 Corinthians 4:12

We work hard, toiling with our own hands. When people abuse and insult us, we respond with a blessing, and when severely persecuted, we endure it with patience.

2 Corinthians 11:9

Remember, when I was with you I didn’t bother anyone when I needed money, for my needs were always supplied by my Macedonian friends. So I was careful, and will continue to be careful, that I never become a burden to you in any way.

2 Corinthians 12:13

Furthermore, how were you treated worse than the other churches, except that I didn’t burden you financially—forgive me for depriving you!

2 Corinthians 11:7

Have I committed a sin by degrading myself to dignify you? Was I wrong to preach the gospel of God to you free of charge?

1 Corinthians 9:14

In the same way, the Lord has directed those who proclaim the gospel to receive their living by the gospel. As for me, I’ve preferred to never use any of these rights for myself.

1 Corinthians 9:15

And keep in mind that I’m not writing all this because I’m hinting that you should support me. Actually, I’d rather die than to have anyone rob me of this joyous reason for boasting!

1 Corinthians 9:18

So then, where is my reward? It is found in continually depositing the good news into people’s hearts, without obligation, free of charge, and not insisting on my rights to be financially supported.

1 Thessalonians 4:11

Aspire to lead a calm and peaceful life as you mind your own business and earn your living, just as we’ve taught you.