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Day 11 — Matthew 2:1–12 — Worship the King | Daily Devotional Podcast (Lectio Divina)

Article  |  January 11th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Matthew 2:1–12 tells the story of the Magi who traveled far to worship Jesus. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites you to reflect on the importance of seeking the Lord and honoring Him with your time, gifts, and presence.

Day 10 — Luke 2:21–38 — Recognizing the Messiah | Daily Devotioal Podcast (Lectio Divina)

Article  |  January 10th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Luke 2:21–38 introduces Simeon and Anna, who recognized the Messiah when Mary and Joseph brought Him to the temple. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional encourages keeping our eyes, ears, and hearts open so we don’t miss Jesus in our daily lives. Exercise: look for opportunities to help someone today.

Day 9 — Luke 2:8–20 — Joy in the Messiah | Daily Devotional Podcst (Lectio Divina)

Article  |  January 9th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Luke 2:8–20 tells of shepherds receiving the angelic announcement of Jesus’ birth and hurrying to see Him. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reflects on the overwhelming joy found in meeting the Messiah and the importance of sharing that joy with others. Today’s step: tell someone about Jesus’ impact on your life.

Day 8 — Luke 2:1–7 — God Uses Our Circumstances | Daily Devotional Podcast (Lectio Divina)

Article  |  January 8th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Luke 2:1–7 recounts how a government census brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, fulfilling prophecy about the Messiah’s birthplace. In this 2 Minute Disciple devotional, we reflect on how God uses ordinary circumstances to position us for His purposes. Today’s exercise: use small in-between moments to pray.

Day 7 - Matthew 1:18-25 - God With Us | Daily Devotional Podcast (Lectio Divina)

Article  |  January 7th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Matthew 1:18–25 tells of Joseph’s dream and the angel’s reassurance that Mary’s child is from the Holy Spirit. This 2 Minute Disciple episode reflects on God’s faithfulness to fulfill His promises and His presence as Immanuel — God with us. Includes a practical step: take time to rest today as God designed us for both work and renewal.

Day 6 — Luke 1:46–56 — God Notices the Humble

Article  |  January 6th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”

Day 5 - Luke 1:26-38 - God Keeps His Promises

Article  |  January 5th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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📖 Luke 1:26–38 — God Keeps His Promises

An angel visits Mary with world-changing news: she will bear the Son of God.
It’s a reminder that God’s promises never fail — and He often works through humble people to fulfill them.

🎯 Today’s step: Create something that helps you tell the story of Jesus’ birth.

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Mark 12: Confronting Corruption, Loving God, Loving Neighbor – Apprenticeship to Jesus Week 12

Article  |  January 4th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Dive into Mark 12 with Nick Oyler in Week 12 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus. Explore Jesus’ wisdom in confronting corruption, teaching love as the greatest commandment, and honoring sacrificial faith. Practical spiritual habits included.

Day 4 - John 1:14-18 — God Came Near

Article  |  January 4th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”

I once thought of God as far off and distant from us. I thought that He stood at a distance and watched for me to mess up, and when I did—zap! However, the more I get to know the God of the Bible, I see a good God who came near to us and, from His abundant love, gives us one gracious blessing after another.
Take a few moments to reflect on this truth:
God came near to us and revealed Himself to us.

Day 3 - John 1:6-13 — Recognizing Jesus

Article  |  January 3rd, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Have you ever been somewhere only to discover that a close friend was in the same place, but you didn’t recognize them and missed out on a chance to connect? I recently missed out on connecting with someone I work with because I didn’t recognize them.
I’m struck by this scripture because I don’t want to miss out on this rebirth that comes from God. I want to make sure I recognize Jesus and respond to Him so we can connect.
Take a few moments to reflect on these questions:
Are my eyes open to see Jesus? Are my ears open to hear His voice? Is my heart receptive to him?

Day 2 — John 1:1–5 — God’s Nearness

Article  |  January 2nd, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Each day, we follow a simple rhythm:
Slow down…
Read…
Notice…
Reread…
Meditate…
Respond…
and
Exercise, taking a small step to live out what we’ve heard.
It’s a moment to pause, breathe, and meet Jesus in His Word — so He can shape our hearts and guide our day.

Day 1 - Luke 1:1-4 Certainty in Jesus

Article  |  January 1st, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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This year, we’re going to slow down.
We’re going to breathe.
We’re going to open the Scriptures, not just to read them — but to meet Jesus in them.
There’s an ancient Christian practice that will guide us.
It’s called Lectio Divina — “Divine Reading.”
It’s not about rushing through verses or checking off a reading plan.
It’s about creating space to listen… really listen…
to the voice of God speaking through His Word.

Turning Toward the Cross – Lessons from Mark 11

Article  |  December 28th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Discover the powerful lessons of Mark 11 in An Apprenticeship to Jesus. Join Nick Oyler as Jesus enters Jerusalem, cleanses the temple, curses the fig tree, and teaches on faith, prayer, and forgiveness. Perfect for Christian discipleship and Bible study.

An Apprenticeship to Jesus – Week 10: Following Jesus in Mark 10

Article  |  December 21st, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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In Week 10 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus, Nick Oyler walks through Mark 10, where Jesus teaches on marriage, childlike faith, surrendering wealth, servant leadership, and the healing of Bartimaeus. Discover what it means to follow Jesus with humility, trust, and wholehearted devotion.

Seeing Jesus for Who He Really Is – Lessons from Mark 9

Article  |  December 14th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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In Week 9 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus, we journey through Mark 9 and witness one of the most profound moments in the Gospels — the Transfiguration. Jesus reveals His divine glory to Peter, James, and John, and teaches His disciples about faith, humility, and the cost of following Him.

Lectio Divina: An Ancient Way to Meet Jesus in the Scriptures

Article  |  December 14th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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If you’ve ever wanted to move beyond simply reading the Bible to truly encountering Jesus in its pages, there’s an ancient Christian practice that can help you do just that. It’s called Lectio Divina, which means “Divine Reading” in Latin.

This isn’t about rushing through a chapter or filling out a study guide — it’s about slowing down, listening deeply, and letting God’s Word speak directly to your heart. For centuries, followers of Jesus have used Lectio Divina as a way to hear His voice, know Him more intimately, and be transformed by His presence.