What is it about music and money?

[DrummerBoyGil]

this is pretty much like a thread a started about a year ago, so tell me what you think.

I play for a medium size church, the attendance being close to 250 each sunday. we have 6 musicians at our church; Our drummer, Pianist, Organist, bass and lead guitar, a percussionist, and myself. I can play just about every instrument i just listed except for the guitars, but im more proficient on the drums. my church pays all of the musicians but me, even though im there every sunday, playing whatever i have to play whenever one of them are late or absent. Dont get me wrong i enjoy what i do, and will continue to do it whether I get payed or not. my question to u is is it right that i get dont get payed and they do, even though im there to do whatever they need me to?

[JFunky]

All or none in my book.  Just look at it this way;  Who are you playing for and Who is watching your every move.  For every mistake man does, God has a way of making it right.  Trust me.  I know from experience.  Just serve God and play for His Kingdom and pray about the situation and you'll see what happens.  God uplifts the humble even when things don't seem right.  Talk to God first because if you keep thinking about it, it'll start bothering you and it'll affect the way you think and feel about your church which will then affect your playing and attitude.  Someone is watching you and someone knows about the situation.  Just do what you do and wait on God.  He might be testing you, you know?

[SabianKnight]

this is pretty much like a thread a started about a year ago, so tell me what you think.

I play for a medium size church, the attendance being close to 250 each sunday. we have 6 musicians at our church; Our drummer, Pianist, Organist, bass and lead guitar, a percussionist, and myself. I can play just about every instrument i just listed except for the guitars, but im more proficient on the drums. my church pays all of the musicians but me, even though im there every sunday, playing whatever i have to play whenever one of them are late or absent. Dont get me wrong i enjoy what i do, and will continue to do it whether I get payed or not. my question to u is is it right that i get dont get payed and they do, even though im there to do whatever they need me to?

I think that you should be payed especially because of your versatility and willingness to help where ever neeeded. Unfortunatley it is not my decision.

[Audiocr381ve]

lol that sucks.

I think you should continue being faithful. It's funny how you're not getting paid though, but remember, your reward is eternal.

Trust me, it's gonna be PHAT in heaven. God will reveal your reward up there and you'll be like "O MY GOD"  :lol: