To sum it up in a nut shell!!!!
The reason quality musicians expect good pay is b/c they 1st of all be at the church more than the Pastor does and has way more responsibilities than da Pastor.... It's just so happen that he has the most important part and that's bringing the word.He don't have to really do nuthing but hear from the Lord. Musicians gotta Learn songs,get instruments,set up equipment,go to 3 different rehearsals and prolly be at bible study also,and so on... Just think about stuff before u come on an Gospel Musician site venting CRAP!!!!
If a preacher gift is to preach then why is he not preaching for free then and working an part-time job if it's God giving.... And dude,ur getting screwed if ur using your gift for free.... Oh,my bad, getting used for free.... All dat hard work for nuthing.... Pityful Doc!!!!
I'm praying for u and your wallet to be healed!!!!