2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast

Slow down. Meet Jesus. Let His Word shape your day.

About the show

Slow down. Meet Jesus. Let His Word shape your day.

2 Minute Disciple is a short, daily Christian devotional podcast that guides you through Scripture in just over two minutes — perfect for busy schedules, morning routines, or quiet moments with God.

Each episode follows a simple rhythm inspired by Lectio Divina:

Slow Down — breathe and create space for God’s presence.
Read — hear the passage clearly.
Notice — listen for the word or phrase that stands out.
Reread — soak in the Scripture again.
Meditate — reflect on the meaning.
Respond — pray from the heart.
Exercise — take a small, intentional step to live out the truth.
Whether you’re commuting, walking, or enjoying your morning coffee, 2 Minute Disciple helps you connect with Jesus, grow spiritually, and carry God’s Word into your day.

📖 Daily Bible Reading | 🎧 Short Christian Podcast | ✝️ Lectio Divina | 🙏 Spiritual Growth

Listen now and make space for 2 minutes with Jesus every day.

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Episodes and Blog Entries

  • Episode 199: Apprenticeship to Jesus – Gospel of Mark Week 8: Compassion, Clarity, and the Call to Follow

    Episode  |  December 7th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 22 secs
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    Join Nick Oyler in Week 8 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus as we explore Mark 8 — from feeding four thousand to Peter’s declaration of Christ. Discover lessons on compassion, faith, and self-denial.

  • Following Jesus in Mark 8: Compassion, Clarity, and the Call to Surrender

    Article  |  December 6th, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    Mark 8 is one of those chapters that stops you in your tracks. It’s not just a record of miracles — it’s a deep, personal invitation from Jesus to see clearly, understand deeply, and follow Him wholeheartedly.

    In this week’s Apprenticeship to Jesus study, we walk through moments of compassion, confrontation, and challenge that shape what it means to be a disciple.

  • Clean vs. Unclean: What Really Defiles Us – Apprenticeship to Jesus, Week 7 (Mark 7)

    Article  |  November 30th, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    In Mark 7, Jesus teaches that true defilement comes from the heart, not external rituals. Join Nick & Kylie in Week 7 of Apprenticeship to Jesus as they unpack the Pharisees’ challenge, the faith of the Syrophoenician woman, and the healing of a deaf man. Discover how to live from a pure heart that honors God.

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    Episode 198: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 7

    Episode  |  November 30th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 15 secs
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    In Mark 7, Jesus teaches that true defilement comes from the heart, not external rituals. Join Nick & Kylie in Week 7 of Apprenticeship to Jesus as they unpack the Pharisees’ challenge, the faith of the Syrophoenician woman, and the healing of a deaf man. Discover how to live from a pure heart that honors God.

  • Mark 6 Bible Study – Faith, Miracles, and Following Jesus

    Article  |  November 23rd, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    Explore Mark 6 verse-by-verse: rejection in Nazareth, sending of the twelve, feeding the 5,000, and walking on water. Grow your faith and follow Jesus daily.

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    Episode 197: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 6

    Episode  |  November 23rd, 2025  |  Season 4  |  8 mins 44 secs
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    In this week’s An Apprenticeship to Jesus podcast, we explore Mark 6 — a chapter filled with lessons on faith, miracles, and discipleship. From Jesus facing rejection in His hometown to feeding over 5,000 people and walking on water, this passage reveals the heart of our Savior and challenges us to trust Him in every circumstance.

  • An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark – Week 5 Study & Reflections

    Article  |  November 16th, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    Discover the powerful lessons from Mark 5 — Jesus delivers a man from “Legion,” heals a woman after 12 years of suffering, and raises Jairus’s daughter. Learn how to replace fear with faith and live like Jesus this week.

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    Episode 196: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 5

    Episode  |  November 16th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 36 secs
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    Mark 5 tells the powerful story of Jesus’ authority over evil spirits. A man living among tombs, tormented and uncontrollable, encounters Jesus and is completely restored. This passage reveals Christ’s compassion, His power to set people free, and the call to share our testimony.

  • Mark 4 Bible Study – Parable of the Sower & Calming the Storm

    Article  |  November 9th, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    Discover the meaning of Mark 4 in this Bible study podcast episode. Learn how Jesus’ parables — the Sower, the Mustard Seed — and His calming of the storm reveal truths about faith, discipleship, and the Kingdom of God.

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    Episode 195: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 4

    Episode  |  November 9th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 48 secs
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    Welcome to An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study. In this episode, we explore Mark 4, where Jesus teaches powerful parables about the Kingdom of God and demonstrates His authority over nature.
    Whether you’re new to Bible study or a seasoned disciple, this chapter offers deep insights into faith, perseverance, and spiritual growth.

  • An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study — Week 3

    Article  |  November 2nd, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    Discover the meaning of Mark 3 with a verse-by-verse Bible study, discussion questions, and practical ways to follow Jesus today.

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    Episode 194: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study 3

    Episode  |  November 2nd, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 41 secs
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    In this week’s study of Mark 3, we explore Jesus’ compassion, authority, and mission. Learn how His healing on the Sabbath reveals God’s heart, why He called the Twelve Apostles, and what it means to be part of His family.

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    Episode 193: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study 2

    Episode  |  October 26th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  6 mins 47 secs
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    Join Nick Oyler for Week 2 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study. Explore Mark 2, where Jesus heals a paralytic, forgives sins, calls Levi, teaches about new wine, and reveals the Sabbath’s true purpose. Includes discussion questions and spiritual exercises for your week.

  • Mark 2 Bible Study – Jesus’ Authority, Compassion & the Sabbath | Apprenticeship to Jesus Podcast

    Article  |  October 24th, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    Join Nick Oyler for Week 2 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study. Explore Mark 2, where Jesus heals a paralytic, forgives sins, calls Levi, teaches about new wine, and reveals the Sabbath’s true purpose. Includes discussion questions and spiritual exercises for your week.

  • An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Bible Study – Mark 1

    Article  |  October 19th, 2025
    By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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    Join our Gospel of Mark Bible study podcast. Explore discipleship, Jesus’ miracles, and the Holy Spirit in Mark 1 with questions and weekly exercises.

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    Episode 192: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Bible Study - Mark 1

    Episode  |  October 19th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 37 secs
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    Join our Apprenticeship to Jesus Bible study through the Gospel of Mark. Explore discipleship, the Holy Spirit, and Jesus’ miracles in Mark 1 with discussion questions and weekly exercises.