The Daily Office Podcast Thursday Evening // March 12, 2026
Mar 12, 2026
A guided time of evening prayer with readings from Psalm 31, Proverbs 11, and Colossians 1. The Magnificat and Apostles' Creed shape reflections on mercy, reversal of fortunes, and Christ dwelling within. Prayers remember Gregory the Great and lift up pastoral care. The recording includes silence for intercession, collects, and a final benediction.
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Lament Turns Into Trust In Psalm 31
- Evening Prayer centers on lament and trust as shown in Psalm 31's alternation between distress and confident surrender.
- Andrew Russell reads verses like "Into your hands I commend my spirit" to emphasize honest petition followed by reliance on God's protection.
Concrete Moral Contrasts In Proverbs 11
- Proverbs 11 contrasts righteousness and wickedness to show moral consequences: the upright bring stability while the wicked self-destruct.
- The reading highlights concrete sayings (e.g., "Where there is no guidance..." and "Whoever brings blessing will be enriched") as practical wisdom for living.
Suffering And Ministry Reveal Christ's Hidden Treasure
- Colossians 1:21-2:7 reframes suffering and ministry as means to reveal Christ's mystery "in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge."
- Paul emphasizes perseverance and spiritual rootedness as the way to resist deceptive arguments and mature in Christ.