1 Corinthians 9:14

So also the Lord directed those who proclaim the gospel to get their living from the gospel.

Matthew 10:10

or a bag for your journey, or even two coats, or sandals, or a staff; for the worker is worthy of his support.

1 Corinthians 9:4

Do we not have a right to eat and drink?

Luke 10:7

Stay in that house, eating and drinking what they give you; for the laborer is worthy of his wages. Do not keep moving from house to house.

1 Timothy 5:17-18

The elders who rule well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

Galatians 6:6

The one who is taught the word is to share all good things with the one who teaches him.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Even so hath the Lord ordained that they which preach the gospel should live of the gospel.

Bible References

Ordained

1 Corinthians 9:4
Do we not have a right to eat and drink?
Matthew 10:10
or a bag for your journey, or even two coats, or sandals, or a staff; for the worker is worthy of his support.
Luke 10:7
Stay in that house, eating and drinking what they give you; for the laborer is worthy of his wages. Do not keep moving from house to house.
Galatians 6:6
The one who is taught the word is to share all good things with the one who teaches him.
1 Timothy 5:17
The elders who rule well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

General references

Leviticus 7:32
You shall give the right thigh to the priest as a contribution from the sacrifices of your peace offerings.
Leviticus 22:7
But when the sun sets, he will be clean, and afterward he shall eat of the holy gifts, for it is his food.
Numbers 35:2
“Command the sons of Israel that they give to the Levites from the inheritance of their possession cities to live in; and you shall give to the Levites pasture lands around the cities.
Galatians 6:6
The one who is taught the word is to share all good things with the one who teaches him.