1 Timothy 5:17

17The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching.

17The elders who lead well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard 5:17 Lit in wordat preaching and teaching.

17The elders who rule well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

17The elders who perform their leadership duties well are to be considered worthy of double honor (financial support), especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching [the word of God concerning eternal salvation through Christ].

17Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

17The elders who do the church’s work well are worth twice as much honor. That is true in a special way of elders who preach and teach.