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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 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. 🎧 Listen now →

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 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.

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.

Spiritual Warfare: How to Recognize and Resist the Enemy

Article  |  December 7th, 2025
By Kylie Oyler
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We live in two worlds at once — the physical, seen world and the spiritual, unseen world. While we can touch the trees, hug our family, and see the houses we live in, there’s another dimension we can’t physically perceive. Yet, it’s just as real. In this episode of the Joyful Disciple Podcast, Kylie and her dad, Nick Oyler, dive deep into the reality of spiritual warfare, sharing Scripture, ministry experiences, and practical encouragement for believers.