The Old Testament lesson, 2 Samuel 22:26-34, is a portion of a psalm that David wrote to celebrate deliverance from his enemies, especially Saul. He blesses God for the strength God had given him as a warrior and for the help God had given him against powerful enemies. Like Hannah and Mary, he praises God as the friend of the powerless and the enemy of those who delight in wealth and power.
The Epistle lesson is from 1 Corinthians 10:6-13, Paul reminds his readers that what was written in the Old Testament was written and preserved for our learning. The things recorded are intended to teach us what it means to live by faith.
In our Gospel Lesson, Luke 16:1-13, is a story about a property manager who was skimming from his boss and would soon be held accountable. Jesus talks about what he did to save himself and suggests that his hearers should do likewise.