The Daily Office Podcast Saturday Evening // August 30, 2025
Aug 30, 2025
Experience a peaceful guided evening prayer that invites reflection and healing. Explore the beauty of Psalm 147 and the significance of divine providence in our lives. Dive into the gripping tale of Jonah, where sailors confront a storm stirred by his defiance, leading to unexpected reverence. Discover the themes of mercy and prophecy intertwined in biblical narratives, culminating with heartfelt prayers for community and gratitude. Join in a spiritual journey that emphasizes connection, service, and thanksgiving.
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Simple, Structured Evening Prayer
- The podcast frames Evening Prayer as a simple, no-frills liturgy for daily devotion.
- Andrew Russell emphasizes quiet preparation and scripted prayers to center listeners for worship.
God's Care: Cosmic And Personal
- Psalm 147 highlights God's care in both cosmic and personal ways, from naming stars to healing hearts.
- The psalm contrasts human strength with God's delight in the humble and merciful.
Jonah's Flight, Storm, And Deliverance
- The reading narrates Jonah fleeing, a violent storm, and mariners casting lots that fall on Jonah.
- Jonah accepts being thrown into the sea and is swallowed by a great fish, where he remains three days and nights.
