Wonder with Meredith Miller

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Jun 22, 2026

In this episode of Mess Makes Meaning, hosts Joy and Raenelle welcome back pastor and author Meredith Miller to discuss her newest book, Wonder: 52 Conversations to Help Kids Fall in Love with Scripture. Together, they explore what it means to nurture children’s spirituality through presence, storytelling, and curiosity.

Meredith invites parents and caregivers to shift from being “experts” in faith to becoming guides who walk alongside their children. Rather than striving for perfect answers, she encourages adults to meet children’s questions and doubts with openness, curiosity, and a willingness to wonder together.

Throughout the conversation, Meredith highlights the power of God-centered storytelling as a way to help children engage with Scripture, including the more complex and difficult narratives found within the Bible. By creating space for honest reflection and shared exploration, families can build deeper trust and connection in their spiritual conversations.

This episode offers practical encouragement for parents and caregivers who want to support their children’s spiritual journeys in meaningful and life-giving ways. Join us as we explore how curiosity, presence, and storytelling can help children fall in love with Scripture and discover a faith that grows with them.

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