The Daily Office Podcast Monday Evening // March 23, 2026
Mar 23, 2026
Evening prayer readings explore Psalms of justice and lament alongside Proverbs on wisdom and righteousness. A New Testament passage on unity and spiritual gifts is read. Ancient canticles and the Apostles Creed are recited. Night prayers include intercessions for the sick, the dying, and peace, with collects honoring a missionary saint.
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Psalms That Move From Vengeance To Plea
- The appointed Psalms (58 and 60) contrast the wicked's violence with God's justice and our plea for restoration.
- Andrew Russell narrates vivid imprecatory imagery (teeth broken, water run off) then transitions to Psalm 60's cry for God's help.
Mary's Song Of Reversal And Mercy
- Andrew Russell reads the Magnificat, highlighting God's scattering of the proud and exalting of the humble.
- The passage recounts mercy to Abraham's seed and reversal themes: hungry filled, mighty brought down, rich sent away.
Unity Through Humility And Gifts
- Paul urges Christians to pursue unity by living with humility, gentleness, patience, and love rather than division.
- Andrew Russell reads Ephesians 4:1-16 emphasizing gifts given to equip the saints so the body matures into the fullness of Christ.