We found 10 articles with the tag “obedience”.
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Day 215 — Luke 11:27–28 — Hear and Do
Article | August 10th, 2026
Discover the secret to the blessed life in this convicting reflection on Luke 11:27-28. When a woman in the crowd calls out a blessing over Jesus' mother, Jesus gently redirects her: "Even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice." This episode explores the crucial difference between hearing God's word and doing it—and why hearing alone is never enough. Learn how it's possible to consume enormous amounts of Christian content and still not be changed by it, and why faithful response rather than perfect performance is what Jesus calls blessed. Through contemplative meditation and honest reflection, identify what God has been saying to you that you've heard but not yet done, and find the courage to close the gap between knowing and doing today. This episode will challenge you to move from spiritual consumption to faithful action.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple, bible study, blessed life, christian podcast, closing the gap, daily devotional, discipleship, faith in action, faithful response, hear and do, luke 11, obedience, putting faith into practice, spiritual growth, spiritual meditation -
Day 210 — Luke 10:25-28 — Love God and Love Others
Article | August 5th, 2026
Confront the gap between knowing and doing in this convicting study of Luke 10:25-28. An expert in religious law tests Jesus with a question about eternal life—and Jesus turns it back on him. The man answers perfectly: love God with everything you have, and love your neighbor as yourself. "Right," Jesus says. "Do this and you will live." The answer was never the problem. The doing is the problem. This episode explores what it truly means to love God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind—with no part of you held back—and to love your neighbor with the same grace and patience you extend to yourself. Through contemplative meditation and honest reflection, identify the gap between what you know about love and how you actually love, and find the courage to close it today. This episode will challenge and transform how you live the greatest commandment.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple, bible study, christian podcast, daily devotional, discipleship, eternal life, faith in action, greatest commandment, heart soul strength mind, love god love others, loving your neighbor, luke 10, obedience, spiritual growth, spiritual meditation -
Day 203 — John 9:1-7 — Mud in the Eye
Article | July 29th, 2026
Discover how Jesus reframes suffering and transforms obedience into sight in this powerful study of John 9:1-7. When the disciples see a blind man and ask "Who sinned?", Jesus refuses to assign blame and instead declares: "This happened so the power of God could be seen in him." Then He does something unexpected—He makes mud, spreads it on the man's eyes, and gives a simple command: "Go wash." No explanation. No guarantee. Just mud and a direction to follow. This episode explores how Jesus often works in ways we don't expect, using methods we wouldn't choose, inviting us to trust and obey before we can see. Learn why sight comes after the step, not before it, and how simple obedience unlocks what no amount of understanding ever could. Through contemplative meditation and honest reflection, identify the mud on your eyes and find the courage to go wash. This episode will transform how you respond to Jesus' unexpected invitations.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple, bible study, blind man healed, christian podcast, daily devotional, discipleship, faith and action, god's glory, john 9, obedience, spiritual growth, spiritual meditation, stepping out in faith, suffering and purpose, trust jesus -
Day 169 — Mark 7:9–13 — Honoring Parents and Human Tradition
Article | June 18th, 2026
In Episode 169 of the 2 Minute Disciple podcast, Nick reflects on Mark 7:9–13, where Jesus exposes how religious traditions can become excuses for avoiding God’s clear commands. Through contemplative prayer and Scripture meditation, discover how to close the gap between knowing God’s Word and living it in faithful obedience.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 154 — Matthew 10:34–39 — Not Peace but a Sword
Article | June 3rd, 2026
In Episode 154 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Matthew 10:34–39 and Jesus’ challenging teaching about the cost of discipleship. This contemplative Christian devotional explores surrender, loyalty, sacrifice, and what it means to place Jesus above every other relationship and priority. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and spiritual reflection, listeners are invited to loosen their grip on lesser things and discover the life that comes from fully following Christ.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 151 — Matthew 10:5–10 — Sent with Authority, Called to Depend
Article | May 31st, 2026
In Episode 151 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Matthew 10:5–10 and Jesus sending out the twelve apostles with authority while calling them to radical dependence on God. This contemplative Christian devotional explores faith, obedience, mission, and trusting God’s provision. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and spiritual reflection, listeners are encouraged to step forward in faith, relying on Christ’s authority rather than their own resources.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 66 — John 5:10–12 — When Obedience Offends
Article | March 7th, 2026
In this contemplative Christian devotional episode, Nick Oyler reflects on John 5:10–12 in the New Living Translation (NLT). After Jesus heals the man at the pool of Bethesda, the Jewish leaders object because he is carrying his mat on the Sabbath.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, grace, healing, john 5, nlt, obedience, religious leaders, sabbath
Listeners are invited to notice how the focus can shift from God’s transforming work to rule‑keeping and appearance. Through brief meditation and a practical exercise, you’ll be encouraged to see and affirm the miracle of God’s work in your life and in others, even when it doesn’t fit neatly into expectations. -
Day 65 — John 5:7–9 — Get Up, Pick Up, Walk
Article | March 6th, 2026
This contemplative episode of 2 Minute Disciple focuses on John 5:7–9a in the New Living Translation (NLT). The sick man at the pool of Bethesda explains to Jesus why he can’t be healed, but Jesus responds with a powerful command: “Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk!”
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple, bethesda, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, healing, jesus’ command, john 5, nlt, obedience, spiritual growth, “i can’t”
You’ll reflect on how your own “I can’t” narratives hold you back, and how Jesus’ word invites you into new obedience and freedom. A simple “One Small Step” exercise helps you respond in a practical way today. -
Day 46 — Luke 5:1–11— From Nets to Mission
Article | February 15th, 2026
Luke 5:1–11 shows obedience leading to abundance and mission. This devotional challenges listeners to trust Jesus in areas of disappointment and go deeper in faith.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
bible study, christian podcast, daily devotional, go deeper, gospel of luke, lectio divina, luke 5:1–11, mission, obedience, trust god -
Day 42 — John 4:46–54 — Faith That Acts
Article | February 11th, 2026
John 4:46–54 shows faith in action as a father obeys Jesus before seeing the miracle. This devotional urges listeners to trust God’s word fully.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
bible study, christian podcast, daily devotional, faith in action, gospel of john, john 4:46–54, lectio divina, miracle, obedience, trusting god