The Daily Office Podcast Wednesday Morning // March 18, 2026
Mar 18, 2026
A morning prayer service with readings from Psalms 42–43 and a heartfelt longing for God's presence. Detailed instructions from Exodus about the tabernacle's design are read aloud. A strong Gospel passage from Matthew confronts religious hypocrisy and laments Jerusalem. The recording includes communal prayers, creeds, intercessions, and a peaceful closing blessing.
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Lament and Hope Intertwined in Psalms 42–43
- The Psalms express honest spiritual longing and turmoil while still returning to trust in God.
- Psalms 42–43 alternate vivid images of thirst, tears, and enemies with repeated refrains to put trust in God, making lament and hope inseparable.
Tabernacle Details Signal God's Presence
- The Exodus reading shows precise, intentional design in the tabernacle to signal God's dwelling among Israel.
- Detailed measurements and materials (acacia wood, gold overlay, cherubim) emphasize sacred craftsmanship and God's presence.
Jesus Condemns Hypocrisy and External Religion
- Jesus issues strong rebukes to religious leaders who block access to God's kingdom and focus on externals over justice.
- Matthew 23 lists multiple 'woes' accusing scribes and Pharisees of hypocrisy, neglecting mercy and faithfulness while performing tithes.