The Daily Office Podcast Saturday Evening // March 14, 2026
Mar 14, 2026
Evening prayers with readings from Psalm 35, Proverbs 13, and Colossians 2:20–3:11. A sung Vespers hymn and the Magnificat highlight themes of praise and mercy. Short confessions, the Nunc Dimittis, the Apostles' Creed, and communal prayers including the Lord’s Prayer and intercessions close the service.
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Psalm 35 Calls For Divine Vindication
- Psalm 35 petitions God for vindication against false accusers and celebrates deliverance in public worship.
- The psalmist describes enemies who set nets and pits, then resolves to praise God among the great congregation after rescue.
Proverbs 13 Links Wisdom To Concrete Outcomes
- Proverbs 13 contrasts the outcomes of wisdom and folly, linking speech, diligence, and discipline to tangible reward or ruin.
- Verses highlight guarding the mouth, gradual wealth accumulation, and that heeding reproof leads to honor.
Colossians Urges Putting On The New Self
- Colossians 2:20–3:11 warns against pseudo-religion and calls believers to seek heavenly things and put to death earthly vices.
- Paul lists sinful practices to discard and urges putting on the new self renewed in knowledge after God's image.