Readings and Psalm
- Isaiah 45:1-7
An earthly ruler as the instrument of God’s will - Psalm 96:1-9[ 10-13]
Ascribe to the Lord honor and power. (Ps. 96:7) - 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
Thanksgiving for the church at Thessalonica - Matthew 22:15-22
A teaching on giving to the emperor and to God
