The Daily Office Podcast Monday Morning // February 23, 2026
Feb 23, 2026
Morning Prayer with Psalms 127–128 and readings from Exodus and Matthew. A reflection on Moses at the burning bush and Jesus' healings, faith, and clashes with religious leaders. Liturgical prayers including the Apostles Creed, the Lord's Prayer, collects for Lent and Polycarp, and moments of silent intercession and thanksgiving.
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Psalms Frame Worship And Repentance
- Morning Prayer centers the Psalms as communal praise calling listeners to worship and repentance.
- Andrew Russell leads Psalms 127–128, emphasizing God's provision, family as heritage, and blessing from Zion to frame the day's devotion.
God's Call Begins In The Midst Of Oppression
- Exodus 3 is read to highlight God's self-revelation and call amid suffering, showing deliverance begins with divine initiative.
- Andrew Russell reads God saying I am who I am and promising to deliver Israel from Egyptian oppression as the core context.
Miracles Show Faith And Prompt Opposition
- Matthew 9's miracles are presented as signs linking faith and restoration while also provoking hostile reactions.
- Andrew Russell reads healing of the bleeding woman, Jairus's daughter, blind men, and the mute demoniac, noting both faith and Pharisaic accusation.