We must not be stopped from doing good, by too much worry about something bad happening. Most likely, the devil will try to stir up opposition through religious leaders. So, do not be surprised if every religious person does not immediately think paying workers is a great idea. Faith is required to give away some of what you have been getting. Thinking about it is also necessary.
Most people go through life never thinking, just doing what has always been done before.
Most church leaders, even if they have thought of doing so, have not seriously considered paying Cell Leaders. They were struggling with the obligations they already had, without adding more. Also, before computers were readily available, it would have been difficult to do on any large scale. We must operate God's way. We must not hold back those who are doing the work, but let them be partakers of the fruit of their ministry labor.