# Biblical lectionary themes on authority and stewardship > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/biblical-lectionary-themes-on-authority-and-stewardship > Updated: 2026-10-11T17:00:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Liturgical readings for the Lectionary Cycle A explore themes of authority, repentance, and stewardship through various biblical narratives. Initial readings for Proper 21A focus on the Gospel of Matthew, specifically examining the tension between Jesus and religious authorities. These texts utilize the parable of the two sons to contrast the perceived duplicity of religious leaders with the repentance shown by tax collectors and prostitutes. Other readings include Ezekiel 18, which addresses individual accountability, and Philippians 2, which discusses humility. Subsequent readings for Proper 24A shift focus to the confrontation in Matthew 22:15-22, where Pharisees and Herodians question the legality of paying taxes to Caesar. This narrative highlights the debate over Roman census taxes and includes the instruction to ‘render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s’. These accounts are paired with themes of stewardship and faithful offerings as referenced in Malachi. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-11: Biblical accounts examine authority and taxation in Matthew Religious texts and lectionary readings for Proper 24A examine the biblical dialogue between Jesus, the Pharisees, and the Herodians regarding the authority of taxation and duties to Caesar and God. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/biblical-accounts-examine-authority-and-taxation-in-matthew ### 2026-09-20: Biblical teachings focus on authority and repentance in Proper 21A Liturgical readings for Proper 21A explore themes of authority, repentance, and humility through the Gospel of Matthew, the parable of the two sons, and passages from Ezekiel and Philippians. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/biblical-teachings-focus-on-authority-and-repentance-in-proper-21a --- Cite as: Biblical lectionary themes on authority and stewardship. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/biblical-lectionary-themes-on-authority-and-stewardship