Paul on Work in Acts

I coveted no one’s silver or gold or apparel. You yourselves know that these hands ministered to my necessities and to those who were with me. In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.'"

Acts 20:33-34

Paul's view of work interests me. His desire to provide for himself and others is in stark contrast to the ministries I know. However, Paul does collect money from the churches to help the poor. He also writes that we should not muzzle the ox. This topic definitely needs more meditation.