The Daily Office Podcast Friday Morning // November 14, 2025
Nov 14, 2025
Join Andrew Russell for a morning of reflection and prayer. He emphasizes the importance of trusting God through Psalm 37 while sharing Judith's inspiring story of faith. The podcast also covers the apostles' guidance to Gentile believers in Acts 15, promoting unity and joy within the church. Listeners are invited to engage in personal intercessions, fostering community and spiritual growth. The service concludes with a prayer for the clergy and the congregation's needs, encouraging a deeper connection to faith.
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Opening With Humble Worship
- Worship and confession open the service by centering attention on God's holiness and our need for mercy.
- Andrew Russell frames the office as humble petition and praise, preparing listeners to pray with sincerity.
Trust Over Envy
- Psalm 37 teaches trust in God rather than envy of the wicked and urges patient, righteous living.
- The psalm connects meekness and patience with inheriting the land and divine vindication.
Judith's Courageous Leadership
- Judith's story shows her grieving widowhood, fasting, wealth, and decisive leadership amid a water crisis.
- She confronts city elders, refuses to be bound by their oath, and plans a deliverance that will be remembered.
