Daily Bible Refresh

Rev. Dr. Brad Miller
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On The Daily Daily Bible Refresh, you will hear the words of the Biblical New Testament Lesson, read from "The Message". The reading is followed by a study of the scripture which is Understandable, Relatable and Actionable presented from a progressive point of view. If you believe you need to start your day the right way enlightened by eternal wisdom and refreshed in prayer then listen to the Daily Bible Refresh with Rev. Dr. Brad Miller

  1. 9h ago

    What If "Not Enough" Is Already Enough? (Matthew 14:13-21)

    In this episode of Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller reads Matthew 14:13–21 from The Message, reflecting on Jesus feeding the 5,000 and what it means for us today. From a progressive perspective, he explores how this miracle reveals a God who partners with people, turning scarcity into abundance through ordinary actions of care and compassion. Drawing on his experience with those impacted by cancer, Dr. Brad illustrates how hope usually arrives not as lightning-bolt miracles, but through practical love—a casserole, a visit, a text, or a shared laugh. He challenges listeners to identify their own “five loaves and two fish,” however small they seem, and to offer them in service, trusting that God can multiply even modest resources into more than enough for everyone. Key Takeaways Partnership with God, not passive waiting Jesus tells the disciples, “You give them supper,” showing that God’s work is often done through us, not merely for us. From scarcity mindset to abundance mindset The disciples see “not enough” (five loaves and two fish); Jesus sees more than enough, teaching us to focus on what we do have rather than what we lack. Hope shows up in everyday acts of care For people whose lives are upended by cancer or hardship, hope often comes through small, tangible gestures—medical care, presence, encouragement, and simple kindness. A table where everyone is welcome No one in the crowd of 5,000 is turned away or tested for worthiness; the story points toward a radically inclusive community where “everybody eats.” Your “five loaves and two fish” are enough to start Listeners are urged to start with what they have—time, money, food, encouragement—and give it, trusting that God can stretch it further than expected. 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    What If "Not Enough" Is Already Enough? (Matthew 14:13-21)

  2. 1d ago

    What Kind of God Are You Praying To? (Matthew 7:7-11)

    In this episode of The Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller shares a progressive reflection on Matthew 7:7–11 from The Message, emphasizing Jesus’ invitation to approach God directly and honestly, without bargaining, performance, or secret formulas. Using the tender example of his young granddaughters confidently asking their grandpa for what they want, Dr. Brad illustrates how our relationship with God is meant to be just as safe, simple, and direct. He unpacks the image of God as a loving parent who “conceived you in love,” contrasting it with harsh or distant views of God, and speaks especially to those walking through fear and struggle—like people facing cancer—who wonder if they are still loved and held. The episode concludes with a practical action step: pray one honest, straightforward prayer, trusting that the God whose first posture toward you is love will hear and respond in wisdom and care. Key Takeaways God invites directness, not bargaining Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:7–11 shows that we don’t need special words, rituals, or “magic formulas” to reach God—just honest, direct asking. A childlike relationship with God is healthy and desired Dr. Brad’s story about his granddaughters asking him straight for ice cream, toast, or playtime illustrates how God wants us to come with the same openness, confidence, and lack of pretense. God’s posture toward us is love, not punishment The phrase “conceived you in love” highlights a progressive view of God—not as a cosmic scorekeeper waiting for us to fail, but as a loving source who wanted us into existence. Even flawed humans want good for their kids—God is infinitely better If ordinary parents and grandparents naturally give good things, Jesus’ logic is that God, who is perfectly loving, desires our good even more deeply and consistently. In fear and suffering, the deepest question is about love From conversations with people facing cancer, Dr. Brad notes that beneath questions about healing is the deeper concern: “Am I still loved and held?” This passage answers that with a strong “yes.” 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    What Kind of God Are You Praying To? (Matthew 7:7-11)

  3. 2d ago

    "Is God's Family Bigger Than Your Bloodline?" (Romans 9:6-13)

    In this episode of Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller reads Romans 9:6–13 from The Message and explores what it really means to belong to God’s family from a progressive Christian perspective. He explains that Israelite identity was never about race, genetics, or pedigree, but about God’s promise and grace, using the stories of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, and Rebecca to show how God’s purpose is rooted in promise rather than performance. Dr. Miller also unpacks the difficult phrase, “I loved Jacob, I hated Esau,” clarifying its Hebrew idiom as a matter of role and priority, not personal hatred or eternal rejection. Drawing from his decades in pastoral ministry and his experience as a father and grandfather, he connects these theological insights to everyday life, urging listeners to stop measuring worth by background or status and instead to practice unearned grace toward others, concluding with a simple action step and a closing prayer. Key Takeaways Belonging to God isn’t about bloodline or pedigree Paul’s point in Romans 9 is that Israelite identity was never racially or genetically determined, but “God determined by promise.”Spiritual belonging is not tied to ethnicity, denomination, or family background. Promise and grace outrun performance and lineage God’s family is built on promise and grace, not on whether someone comes from the “right” lineage, denomination, or social group.Dr. Miller stresses that promise and grace stretch further than bloodlines ever could. “I loved Jacob, I hated Esau” is an idiom, not literal hatred In Hebrew idiom, “love” and “hate” often express relative priority or chosen role, not emotional hatred.The phrase points to which brother carries the covenant story forward, not to Esau’s eternal worth or God’s rejection of him as a person. Grace begins before we do anything good or bad Just as a parent or grandparent loves a child before they’ve done anything to earn it, God’s grace is already at work before any action or performance.This passage highlights that God’s purpose is not dependent on what we do or don’t do, but on God’s initiative. We must rethink how we measure worth and belonging Dr. Miller challenges listeners to notice where they measure worth by pedigree, performance, wealth, race, education, or background.The action step is to extend the same unearned welcome and grace we’ve received to others in practical ways. 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    "Is God's Family Bigger Than Your Bloodline?" (Romans 9:6-13)

  4. 3d ago

    "Can You Be Content Without Ever Needing Anyone?" (Philippians 4:10-17)

    In today’s Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller reads Philippians 4:10–17 from The Message and unpacks Paul’s vision of contentment and generosity from a progressive faith perspective. He challenges the idea that true contentment means never needing anyone, showing instead that Paul’s trust in God left plenty of room for receiving help from others with gratitude. Drawing from his own cancer journey and nearly 35-year marriage, Dr. Brad illustrates how grace shows up when we admit our need for one another. He then explores the Philippian church’s unique financial partnership with Paul as an example of mutual, shared generosity—where both giver and receiver are blessed. The episode closes with practical action steps for letting others help us, being generously present to others, and a prayer for contentment that doesn’t deny our need for community. Key TakeawaysContentment is not self-sufficient toughness Paul’s statement about being content in all circumstances is often misunderstood; his contentment was rooted in God, not in pretending he didn’t need anyone’s help. Needing others is a place where grace shows up Dr. Brad shares from his cancer journey and his long marriage that real contentment includes the humility to receive support, and that mutual dependence is where God’s grace is often most evident. Generosity is mutual, not one-directional Paul praises the Philippian church as the only community that partnered with him financially, highlighting a “give and take” relationship rather than one-way charity. The blessing of generosity flows to givers and receivers Generosity is framed as a shared blessing: supporting ministries, charities, and one another enriches both those who give and those who receive. Shared moments create shared richness Simple examples—like sharing a snack with a spouse, a conversation on a hiking trail, or building a fire with granddaughters—demonstrate how small acts of shared involvement leave everyone better off. 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    "Can You Be Content Without Ever Needing Anyone?" (Philippians 4:10-17)

  5. 4d ago

    Can a Tiny Acorn Really Become Shelter for Everyone? (Mark 4:30-34)

    In this episode of Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller reads Mark 4:30–34 from The Message and explores Jesus’ image of the kingdom of God as an acorn that grows into a great oak, reminding us that God often works through small, easily overlooked beginnings. Brad connects this “acorn principle” to his own journey with the Cancer Comedy podcast, which started as a simple idea born out of his cancer experience and has grown into a place of help and hope for many. He highlights how Jesus taught through stories, always tailoring his words to people’s experience and maturity, and patiently “untangling knots” with his disciples in private. From there, Brad reflects on progressive faith as relational and non-formulaic—meeting people where they are, honoring their unique questions, and trusting that small, faithful acts of kindness, conversation, and spiritual practice can become life-giving shelter for others. Key Takeaways The Kingdom as an Acorn Jesus’ parable shows that God’s kingdom often looks small and insignificant at first, like an acorn, but has the potential to grow into something huge, sturdy, and sheltering. Small Acts Matter Deeply Ordinary, faithful actions—like daily Bible study, a kind word to a stranger, or a consistent habit of care—can quietly grow into something that blesses and protects others. The Cancer Comedy Example Brad’s Cancer Comedy podcast began as a small, humble idea from his own cancer journey and his co-host’s, yet it has become a meaningful refuge for people navigating pain with honesty and humor. Jesus’ Personalized Teaching Style Jesus adapted his stories to people’s experience and maturity, and then privately “sorted out the tangles” with his disciples, showing a patient, relational, one-person-at-a-time approach. Progressive Faith Resists One-Size-Fits-All Answers Progressive theology, as Brad describes it, moves away from rigid, uniform answers and instead emphasizes meeting people where they are, honoring their fears, griefs, and questions individually. 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    Can a Tiny Acorn Really Become Shelter for Everyone? (Mark 4:30-34)

  6. 5d ago

    Is the Armor of God a Weapon — or a Lifeline? (Ephesians 6:10-18)

    In this episode of Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller offers a progressive reflection on Ephesians 6:10–18, reframing spiritual warfare as a fight not against other people, but against the forces that wound and dehumanize—like cruelty, injustice, and despair. Reading from The Message translation, he highlights God’s “weapons” of truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, God’s word, and prayer, and shows how they are meant to be lived out in community rather than in isolation. Drawing from his decades in ministry and his work on a cancer and comedy podcast, Brad illustrates how real strength is found in mutual support, especially in seasons of illness, grief, relational turmoil, and financial struggle. He closes with a practical challenge and a prayer: to intentionally reach out to someone in a real fight this week and help keep their spirits up, remembering that no one is meant to battle alone. Key Takeaways Spiritual warfare is not against people The “fight” in Ephesians 6 is against what harms people—cruelty, injustice, despair, and dehumanizing forces—not against neighbors, political opponents, or those from different religious backgrounds. God’s weapons are virtues, not aggression The armor of God is made up of truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, God’s word, and prayer—virtues to be applied in everyday life, not tools for attacking others. Real strength is communal, not solo The passage ends with a call to “keep each other’s spirits up”, emphasizing that spiritual resilience is found in community, not in isolated, lone-wolf spirituality. Support in life-and-death struggles is essential From cancer battles to grief, exhaustion, bad relationships, toxic work environments, and financial hardship, people endure not by sheer personal toughness but because others keep checking on them and lifting them up. Personal testimony of shared resilience Brad shares from his own marriage and family life—35 years with his wife—that genuine strength comes from mutual support, repeatedly helping each other stay in the fight. A concrete action step for this week Listeners are challenged to reach out intentionally to someone in a real struggle (with a call, visit, note, or post) purely to keep their spirits up and ensure they’re not fighting alone. 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    Is the Armor of God a Weapon — or a Lifeline? (Ephesians 6:10-18)

  7. 6d ago

    "Is Your 'Wisdom' Secretly Just Ambition?" (James 3:13-18)

    In this episode of Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller reads James 3:13–18 from The Message and explores what real wisdom looks like in everyday life. Drawing from a progressive Christian perspective, he contrasts genuine, humble wisdom with mean-spirited ambition and “animal cunning” that only aims to win arguments or look superior. Through personal stories from his 34-year marriage, raising three children, and hosting a cancer-focused podcast, Dr. Miller shows how true wisdom is lived out in gentle, consistent, merciful relationships that build healthy, robust communities. Listeners are invited to notice where they’re tempted to “win” rather than live well, choose gentleness and consistency instead, and embrace the slow, steady work of treating others with dignity and honor as an expression of God’s wisdom. Key Takeaways Wisdom is how you live, not how you talk James emphasizes that real wisdom is seen in our daily actions and relationships, not in clever arguments or impressive theology. Ambition and image-management are not wisdom Mean-spirited ambition, boasting, and twisting the truth to look smart are described as “animal cunning” and “devilish plotting,” not godly wisdom. Real wisdom builds healthy community God’s wisdom is gentle, reasonable, merciful, consistent, and focused on getting along with others—this is what creates a “healthy, robust community.” Wisdom shows up in ordinary relationships Dr. Miller’s experiences in marriage, parenting, and conversations with people impacted by cancer illustrate that wisdom is found in steady, respectful, everyday treatment of others. Consistency matters more than moods or moments True wisdom isn’t “hot one day and cold the next”; it’s the slow, steady work of showing up with dignity and honor, even when it’s hard or no one notices. A practical action step: choose gentleness over winning Listeners are invited to notice one situation where they’re tempted to win—an argument, comparison, or moment to look better—and instead choose gentleness, consistency, and integrity. 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    "Is Your 'Wisdom' Secretly Just Ambition?" (James 3:13-18)

  8. Jul 26

    "What Would You Sell Everything For?" (Matthew 13:44-52)

    In this episode of Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller reads from Matthew 13:44–52 in The Message and explores the parables of the hidden treasure, the pearl of great price, and the fishing net. From a progressive faith perspective, he reflects on how grace often finds us unexpectedly, like a trespasser stumbling on treasure, and how truly encountering it is worth rearranging your entire life. He also unpacks Jesus’ image of the well-trained student as a general store owner, able to bring out things both old and new, as a model for holding tradition and fresh insights together in a mature, progressive spirituality. Through stories from his own life—hiking with his wife, surprising encounters in nature, and embracing new adventures like podcasting—Dr. Brad invites listeners to notice everyday moments of joy and serendipity as sacred “treasures” and offers a simple action step and prayer to help integrate these insights into daily life. Key Takeaways Grace often arrives by surprise Like the trespasser who wasn’t searching for treasure, we sometimes “trip over” grace rather than earn it through disciplined religious effort. Real treasure is worth total reorientation When you truly encounter something of God’s kingdom—like the treasure or the flawless pearl—it’s worth rearranging your priorities and even your whole life around it. The sacred hides in everyday moments Unplanned joys—like finding a tortoise on a trail, seeing an unexpected bird, or sharing a laugh with grandchildren—can be moments where grace quietly shows up. Mature faith holds old and new together The image of the general store owner represents a progressive faith that can draw from both long-held traditions and fresh insights, using whichever the moment calls for. You don’t have to choose between past and future Dr. Brad’s love for long-time local teams and his new enthusiasm for the Indiana Fever and podcasting illustrates that you can honor where you came from while embracing new ways God is speaking. A simple daily practice: notice unexpected treasure The action step is to watch for moments of unexpected joy, connection, or clarity and let them actually reorient your day instead of brushing them off. 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). He is the author of "The A, B, C-1,2,3 Bible Study Guide" Free to you by clicking HERE.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) The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available seven days a week by 6:00 am ET. The episodes are no longer than ten minutes long and are... Understandable: A reading from the New Testament (usually the Gospel) selected from the Revised Common Lectionary using "The Message" translation.Relatable: You will have a couple of "points to ponder" from the text which will relate to your lifeApplicable: Every episode includes a way you can take action based on the readingA recommended resource to help you go deeper in biblical study and spiritual direction.A prayer for your day. A companion resource to the Voice of God Daily Podcast is the “ABC Bible Study Guide” available by clicking HERE.The "Daily Bible Refresh" is available every day at VoiceofGodDaily.com on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast directories. You can help Dr. Brad attain his goal of getting a bit of the bible into two million ears by subscribing to "Daily Bible Refresh" on Apple Podcasts, leaving a five-star rating, and writing a review. More importantly please share with your network of family and friends about the "Daily Bible Refresh". Please make listening to the "Daily Bible Refresh" a part of your daily life. Remember… “All scripture is God-breathed and useful”(2 Timothy 3:16)

    "What Would You Sell Everything For?" (Matthew 13:44-52)
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On The Daily Daily Bible Refresh, you will hear the words of the Biblical New Testament Lesson, read from "The Message". The reading is followed by a study of the scripture which is Understandable, Relatable and Actionable presented from a progressive point of view. If you believe you need to start your day the right way enlightened by eternal wisdom and refreshed in prayer then listen to the Daily Bible Refresh with Rev. Dr. Brad Miller

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  • Creator
    Rev. Dr. Brad Miller
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    500
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 Rev. Dr. Brad Miller
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    Daily Bible Refresh