The Daily Office Podcast Friday Morning // January 16, 2026
Jan 16, 2026
Dive into a morning of reflection with a powerful reading from Psalm 40, highlighting themes of deliverance and trust. Explore the poignant story of Hagar and Ishmael from Genesis, showcasing divine promises amid struggles. The discussion also emphasizes Jesus’ identity through a compelling passage about the woman caught in adultery, revealing His message of mercy. Listeners are invited into moments of silence for personal prayers and intercessions, culminating in a communal thanksgiving and blessings.
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Deliverance Leads To Testimony
- Psalm 40 frames deliverance as patient trust followed by public praise.
- Andrew Russell emphasizes trust leading to testimony and worship.
Hagar Sees God's Care
- The Genesis reading recounts Hagar's flight, angelic rescue, and Ishmael's birth.
- Andrew Russell presents Hagar seeing God as "a God of seeing" who provides a named well.
Jesus' Witness Mirrors The Father
- John 7–8 contrasts human judgment with Jesus' divine witness.
- Andrew Russell highlights Jesus' claim: his witness aligns with the Father's truth.
