What Does It Mean to Truly See?

In this episode of the Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller invites you to a thought-provoking reading and reflection on Matthew 20:29-34, focusing on the memorable account of Jesus healing two blind men as he leaves Jericho, accompanied by a large crowd. Dr. Miller uses the Message version of the Bible to ensure the scripture is relatable, understandable, and directly applicable to listeners’ lives. He sets the context with a vivid scene of both excitement and desperation, highlighting how the blind men’s persistent cries for mercy are initially met with resistance from the crowd, yet ultimately heard and answered by Jesus. This narrative becomes a springboard for Dr. Miller’s exploration of key themes: the transformative power of speaking up when marginalized, society’s tendency to silence or overlook those in need, and the importance of amplifying suppressed voices in today’s world.

Dr. Miller goes on to examine the radical compassion of Jesus, who not only stops to listen but also actively engages with the blind men, asking them to articulate their needs and responding with dignity and care. He encourages listeners to reflect on their own responsiveness to others, questioning how often we truly pause to see and help those around us. The episode also delves into the courage required to ask for personal transformation and clarity, urging listeners to confront their own areas of ‘blindness’—whether that means tackling difficult conversations, seeking new perspectives, or honestly facing uncomfortable truths.

Takeaways:

• The story of the two blind men emphasizes the importance of persistently voicing your needs, even when society attempts to silence or marginalize you.
• Dr. Miller encourages listeners to actively notice and support those who are sidelined, advocating for justice and dignity in their communities.
• Jesus serves as a model for true compassion by listening, respecting individual needs, and offering personalized help rather than making assumptions.
• The blind men’s request to have their eyes opened illustrates the bravery involved in acknowledging areas where we need clarity or change in our own lives.
• The episode prompts listeners to reflect on personal areas needing clarity, suggesting practical actions like prayer, meditation, conversations, or journaling to move toward transformation.

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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