^17-18 Give a bonus to leaders who do a good job, especially the ones who work hard at preaching and teaching. Scripture tells us, “Don’t muzzle a working ox” and “A worker deserves his pay.”

¹⁹ Don’t listen to a complaint against a leader that isn’t backed up by two or three responsible witnesses.

²⁰ If anyone falls into sin, call that person on the carpet. Those who are inclined that way will know right off they can’t get by with it.