Dizz, we aint about money. If that were the motivation a FAT CONTACT with a 10 million plus signing bonus would result in a far bigger profit.
There is never pressure for money, it is contrary to our core values.
In fact we have no collection plates, no paid clergy.
I personally minister in our congregation, travel to other towns to teach in other congregations, perform weddings, funerals, minister in peoples homes, have taught scripture before audiences of 1,000 plus and dont get a dime for my work. I am happy to do it for free. NOBODY is paid for these things. I have a real job to support me and dont make near my potential because I spend nearly the amount of time as a second full time job in my ministry for free. If I ever solicited a member for payment for anything I do or the congregation, I would be removed from my responsibilities. Jesus said "you received free you give free".
Ones "time" not ones "money" is what we value. Thus Jasons decision.
A devout member of our religion who has the means to self support based on past earnings will often give it up to devote his time in our door to door ministry.
People leave high paying jobs, and work part time to engage in our work. Net result is "less" money, "more" time.
Again if it were about money, Worilds would have been a BETTER ASSET as an active player with a fat contract, giving monetarily to his faith without fear of running dry.
From the inside, I can tell you he will be encouraged to live modestly, not give it all up, so his earnings will sustain his ministry.
His retiring gives him more time, less money.
People might think its crazy, or disagrees doctrinally. I can respect that.
But as far as motivation? I promise you it is NEVER about money.
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