The Daily Office Podcast Thursday Morning // October 2, 2025
Oct 2, 2025
Join in a soulful morning of prayer that includes a powerful reading of Psalm 81, reflecting on Israel's history and God's deliverance. Dive into 1 Kings 16 and witness the tumultuous rise and fall of Israel's kings and the consequences of idolatry. Revel in the canticle celebrating Christ's victory over death and the call to live a holy life from 1 Peter 1. Conclude with heartfelt intercessions for guidance and a blessing that uplifts the spirit while you navigate daily life.
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Worship As Joyful Corporate Praise
- Andrew Russell frames worship as joyful, corporate praise rooted in creation and God’s sovereignty.
- The liturgy invites rejoicing in salvation and recognition of God as Maker and shepherd of his people.
Obedience Linked To Provision
- Psalm 81 recalls God's deliverance and Israel's failure to listen, linking blessing to obedience.
- The psalm stresses God's provision and the consequences when people follow their stubborn hearts.
Cycles Of Kingship And Idolatry
- 1 Kings 16–22 narrates cycles of kingship, conspiracy, and idolatry that provoke God's judgment.
- The reading highlights how political violence and idol worship repeatedly derail Israel's covenant faithfulness.
