The King James Version Bible

1 Corinthians 9:16-18

  1. For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

  2. For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me.

  3. What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel.