The Daily Office Podcast Sunday Evening // November 16, 2025
Nov 16, 2025
Join Andrew Russell for an evening of reflection and prayer. He navigates through Psalm 44, exploring themes of lament and trust. The discussion shifts to Isaiah 29, highlighting the contrast between empty worship and God's promise of restoration. The Gospel reading features the remarkable story of Jesus in the temple, recognized by Simeon and Anna. As a special tribute, Margaret of Scotland's legacy is honored, invoking her spirit of love and discipline. Close with moments of personal intercessions and a heartwarming blessing.
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Vesper Light Invites Continuous Praise
- Evening prayer frames the day’s close with praise, recognizing Christ as the light at sunset.
- Andrew Russell emphasizes continual glorification of God through the vesper light and joyful voices.
Lament Turns Memory Into Plea
- Psalm 44 moves from recounting God's past deeds to a raw lament about present rejection and suffering.
- The psalmist trusts God despite disgrace and pleads for deliverance and mercy.
Closed Eyes, Future Reversal
- Isaiah 29 contrasts spiritual blindness and closed revelation with God’s future reversal of fortunes.
- God will humble the proud, restore understanding, and bring joy to the meek and poor.
