We found 7 articles with the tag “resurrection”.
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Day 262 — John 11:38–44 — Lazarus Come Out
Article | September 26th, 2026
Explore Jesus's greatest miracle in this contemplative Christian devotional based on John 11:38-44. Witness the resurrection of Lazarus and what it means for your life. In Episode 262 of the 2 Minute Disciple podcast, Jesus commands a dead man to rise after four days in the tomb. This is resurrection—not healing, not recovery, but death conquered. Learn why Jesus's anger at the tomb reveals His passion for life, why He prays out loud for the witnesses, and why He commands the people to unwrap Lazarus and set him free. This guided meditation and daily spiritual practice will challenge you to believe in Jesus's power over death and to live as someone who has been resurrected. Perfect for anyone ready to walk out of the tomb and into the freedom of resurrection living.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 260 — John 11:17–27 — Seek The Kingdom of God
Article | September 24th, 2026
In Episode 260 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore John 11:17-27 and Martha's encounter with Jesus at Lazarus's grave. This episode reveals the power of shifting from disappointment to devotion, from asking "Why weren't You here?" to declaring "You are the Messiah, the Son of God." Through Jesus's fifth "I am" statement—"I am the resurrection and the life"—we discover that Jesus's identity is inseparable from resurrection and eternal life. Physical death becomes a gateway rather than an ending for those who believe in Him. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of declaration, learn how to memorize and internalize this foundational truth. Join us as we explore what it means to believe that Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life, and how this belief transforms our relationship with death, fear, and eternity.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 258 — John 11:1–6 — Urgent Request — Slow Answer
Article | September 22nd, 2026
In Episode 258 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore John 11:1-6 and one of Scripture's most profound paradoxes: Jesus loves Lazarus deeply, yet deliberately delays His rescue. This episode reveals that when Mary and Martha send word that their brother is dying, Jesus doesn't rush to heal him. Instead, He stays two more days—allowing Lazarus to die before He arrives. Through this delay, we discover that divine care doesn't function as immediate rescue; it functions as orchestration toward a greater purpose. Jesus's delay transforms a simple healing into a resurrection—a demonstration of power that transcends death itself. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of patient trust, learn how to shift from impatience to expectation. Join us as we explore what it means to trust that God's slow answer is preparation for His glory.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 244 — Luke 14:12-14 — Guests Who Can’t Repay
Article | September 8th, 2026
In Episode 244 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 14:12-14 and Jesus's revolutionary teaching on Kingdom generosity. This episode reveals that true blessing comes not from giving to those who can repay you, but from giving to those who cannot—the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind. Through this powerful passage, we discover that Kingdom generosity is fundamentally different from worldly generosity: it gives without expecting return, invests in eternity rather than social networks, and trusts God's promise of resurrection blessing. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of extending Kingdom hospitality, learn how to become the kind of host Jesus calls us to be. Join us as we explore what it means to give freely because we have received freely.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 174 | Matthew 15:39-16:4 | The Demand for a Sign
Article | June 23rd, 2026
Why did Jesus refuse to give the Pharisees another sign? In this contemplative Christian devotional on Matthew 15:39–16:4, discover why the resurrection is the only sign we truly need and learn how to live with resurrection-shaped faith instead of constantly seeking more proof from God.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 129 — Matthew 12:38–40 — The Sign of Jonah
Article | May 9th, 2026
This episode of 2 Minute Disciple explores Matthew 12:38–40, where Jesus refuses the Pharisees’ demand for a miraculous sign and points instead to the sign of Jonah — His own death and resurrection. Host Nick Oyler guides listeners through the contemplative devotional rhythm of slowing down, reading, meditating, and responding in prayer. The episode unpacks how another sign won’t produce faith in a heart that has already decided not to believe, and how the resurrection is the one decisive event on which the entire Christian faith rests. The daily habit challenges listeners to pause at least three times today to remind themselves of the empty tomb.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Day 71 — John 5:24–30 — From Death to Life
Article | March 12th, 2026
This contemplative devotional episode explores John 5:24–30 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus explains that those who hear His message and believe in the One who sent Him have eternal life now and will not come into condemnation. He also reveals His authority to judge and to raise the dead.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
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Host Nick Oyler invites listeners to rest in the assurance of having passed from death to life in Christ while taking seriously the reality of Jesus as Judge and Life‑giver. A simple practice of being fully present in one conversation helps you share His life with others.