The Daily Office Podcast Wednesday Evening // November 26, 2025
Nov 26, 2025
Andrew Russell opens with a reflective evening prayer, leading into urgent pleas for divine help from Psalm 70. The themes of justice and compassion shine in Psalm 72's prayer for a righteous ruler. He recounts Isaiah's prophecy before diving into Luke 7, highlighting Jesus' miracle of raising a widow's son. There's an exploration of John's role amid diverse reactions to Jesus' teachings. The session wraps up with communal prayers, personal reflections, and a heartfelt closing blessing.
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Prayer As Sacred Offering
- Evening prayer frames our petitions as an offering before God, likening prayer to incense and an evening sacrifice.
- Andrew Russell leads the congregation into silence and scripted liturgy to prepare hearts for worship.
From Cry For Help To Hope For Kings
- The appointed psalms (70, 72) move from urgent plea to prayer for a righteous ruler and justice for the poor.
- The liturgy connects personal distress with communal hope for righteous leadership and blessing.
Hezekiah's Display And Its Consequence
- Isaiah 39 recounts Hezekiah showing his treasures and receiving a prophecy of future exile.
- The reading warns that short-term pride or openness can have long-term national consequences.
