Dr. Brad Miller welcomes listeners to another episode of the Daily Bible Refresh, sharing a thought-provoking and encouraging reading from Luke 18:15-17. This session explores the importance of welcoming children and the vulnerable, the dangers of gatekeeping grace, and the call to practice childlike faith. Dr. Miller reflects on personal experiences, underscores the central role of inclusivity in faith communities, and offers practical actions for listeners to embody Christ-like love in their daily lives. The episode concludes with actionable steps and a heartfelt prayer for compassion, curiosity, and community.

Takeaways:

1. Welcoming the vulnerable, especially children, is central to faith and a true reflection of God’s kingdom.
2. Avoid gatekeeping grace—faith communities should tear down barriers and cultivate inclusive, welcoming spaces for all, including the marginalized.
3. Childlike faith means courageous trust and honest dependence on God and others, rather than naive simplicity.
4. Small, practical acts—like speaking to others at their level and listening without correcting—foster respect and true connection.
5. Advocate for the vulnerable through direct support at home, church, and in society, such as giving children a voice and emailing representatives about childhood issues.
6. Personal and family stories can illuminate spiritual lessons, reminding us that real success is measured by love, not status.

Links referenced in this episode:

• voiceofgoddaily.com

The "Daily Bible Refresh" is presented each day by Rev. Dr. Brad Miller who has a goal of speaking a bit of the bible into two million ears (one million people) in three years (2025-2028).

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Brad served as a local church pastor for forty years and has a background in radio and podcasting. Moreover, he is a life-long student of The Bible.

He believes in the words of Jesus that “scripture is fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:21)

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• A prayer for your day.

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