READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 98 [OR] Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21
First Lesson—The prophet promised that the glories of the rebuilt temple will outshine the glories of the temple now in ruins. Haggai 1:15b-2:9
Second Lesson—The very antithesis of the Christ will come, warns the apostle Paul, before our Lord Jesus Christ returns. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
Gospel—Jesus answers the Sadducees’ question about the resurrection with a strong counter proposal. Luke 20:27-38

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: God is near to all who pray truthfully and fulfills the desire of all who pray devoutly.
People: God hears our cry and saves us.

INVOCATION
Be near to us who pray, O God, by the Spirit enabling us to be truthful and reverent. S…