Is your advice free or will I be charged for it?<\/p>\n\t
“Did I commit sin in humbling myself that you might be exalted, because I preached the gospel of God to you free of charge?<\/em>” (II Corinthians 11:7).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The teaching of the Gospel is always done free of charge. I wouldn’t even know how to begin charging for the advice I give and I have zero inclination to do so. My work is supported in part by the church here in La Vista and four other congregations help out as well. When those funds come short of supplying my family’s needs, I also do some part-time work on the side. It is my pleasure and privilege to offer biblical help to all who ask without asking for anything in return.<\/p>\n
“And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive’<\/em>” (Acts 20:35).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Question: Is your advice free or will I be charged for it? Answer: “Did I commit sin in humbling myself that you might be exalted, because I preached the gospel of God to you free of charge?” (II Corinthians 11:7). The teaching of the Gospel is always done free of charge. 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