We found 10 articles with the tag “spiritual formation”.
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Day 78 — Mark 3:1–6 — Healing in the Hard Hearts
Article | March 19th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple podcast, bible podcast, christian devotional podcast, christian discipleship, christian meditation podcast, christian mindfulness, christian podcast, contemplative christian podcast, contemplative prayer, daily devotional, daily scripture meditation, doing good on the sabbath, guided bible meditation, hard-heartedness in the bible, healing in hard hearts, jesus and the pharisees, jesus heals withered hand, lectio divina, man with deformed hand, mark 3, mark 3 devotional, mark 3:1–6, quiet time with jesus, sabbath controversy, saving life or destroying it, scripture meditation, short christian devotional, spiritual formation, two minute disciple, walking with jesusThis episode of the 2 Minute Disciple Christian devotional podcast is a short, contemplative Christian meditation on Mark 3:1–6. We slow down with Jesus, sit with Him in the synagogue, and watch as He heals a man with a withered hand while confronting the hard hearts of the Pharisees. 🙏 Perfect for busy Christians who want daily scripture meditation, deeper spiritual formation, and space for Jesus to soften critical or resistant places in the heart. ✝️
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Day 77— Luke 6:1–5 — The Son of Man and the Sabbath
Article | March 18th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 mxinute disciple podcast, bible podcast, christian devotional podcast, christian discipleship, christian meditation podcast, christian mindfulness, christian podcast, contemplative christian podcast, contemplative prayer, daily devotional, daily scripture meditation, daily scripture reflection, grateful walk, jesus and the pharisees, lectio divina, lord of the sabbath, luke 6, luke 6 devotional, luke 6:1–5, quiet time with jesus, scripture meditation, short christian devotional, son of man lord of the sabbath, spiritual formation, two minute disciple, walking with jesusThis episode of the 2 Minute Disciple Christian devotional podcast is a short, contemplative Christian meditation on Luke 6:1–5. We slow down with Jesus, practice scripture meditation and lectio divina–style reflection, and listen as He declares, “The Son of Man is Lord, even over the Sabbath.” 🙏 Perfect for busy Christians who want a daily scripture meditation, a quiet walk with Jesus in the ordinary moments, and a deeper journey of discipleship and spiritual formation. ✝️
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Day 76 — Matthew 12:1–8 — Mercy Over Sacrifice
Article | March 17th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple podcast, bible podcast, christian devotional podcast, christian discipleship, christian meditation podcast, christian mindfulness, christian podcast, contemplative christian podcast, contemplative prayer, daily devotional, daily scripture meditation, daily scripture reflection, jesus and the pharisees, lectio divina, matthew 12, matthew 12 devotional, matthew 12:1–8, mercy over sacrifice, quiet time with jesus, scripture meditation, short christian devotional, show mercy not sacrifice, son of man lord of the sabbath, spiritual formation, two minute disciple, walking with jesusThis episode of the 2 Minute Disciple Christian devotional podcast is a short, contemplative Christian meditation on Matthew 12:1–8. We slow down with Jesus, practice scripture meditation and lectio divina–style reflection, and listen to His call to “show mercy, not sacrifice.” 🙏 Perfect for busy Christians who want a daily scripture meditation, quiet time with Jesus, and a deeper walk of discipleship and spiritual formation. ✝️
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Day 75 — Mark 2:23–28 — Lord of the Sabbath
Article | March 16th, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple podcast, bible podcast, christian devotional podcast, christian discipleship, christian meditation podcast, christian mindfulness, christian podcast, contemplative christian podcast, contemplative prayer, daily devotional, daily scripture meditation, daily scripture reflection, finding rest in jesus, jesus and the pharisees, lectio divina, lord of the sabbath, mark 2, mark 2 devotional, mark 2:23–28, quiet time with jesus, sabbath was made for man, scripture meditation, short christian devotional, spiritual formation, two minute disciple, walking with jesusThis episode of the 2 Minute Disciple Christian devotional podcast is a short, contemplative Christian meditation on Mark 2:23–28. We slow down with Jesus, practice scripture meditation and lectio divina–style reflection, and reflect on His words, “The Son of Man is Lord, even over the Sabbath.” 🙏 Perfect for busy Christians who long for true rest in Jesus, daily scripture meditation, and a deeper walk of discipleship and spiritual formation. ✝️
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Day 62 — Mark 2:13–17 — Called in the Middle of Life
Article | March 3rd, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
2 minute disciple, calling, christian devotional, discipleship, hospitality, jesus and sinners, levi, mark 2, matthew, nlt, open table, spiritual formation, tax collectorThis contemplative devotional episode of 2 Minute Disciple focuses on Mark 2:13–17 in the New Living Translation (NLT), where Jesus calls Levi the tax collector with the simple words, “Follow me and be my disciple.” Host Nick Oyler walks listeners through a rhythm of slowing down, reading, noticing, meditating, and responding.
We explore how Jesus meets us in our everyday lives—in the very places we might feel most compromised or ashamed—and invites us into a new identity as His disciples. The episode ends with a practical spiritual exercise about creating an “open table” for those who may feel far from God. -
Luke Chapter 10
Article | June 23rd, 2022
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, daily bible, daily devotional, discipleship, personal growth, self-care, spiritual development, spiritual formation, spiritual growth, spiritualityWhat do you get worked up over? So many times, it’s the little stuff of life and we miss out on what Jesus wants us to focus on. I was reminded that before Jesus sent the disciples out to bring in the harvest, Jesus tells them to pray for harvest hands to get the message out about the Gospel. Before we get all worked up, we need to get on our knees and pray.
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Luke Chapter 9
Article | June 21st, 2022
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, daily bible, daily devotional, discipleship, personal growth, self-care, spiritual development, spiritual formation, spiritual growth, spiritualityWho is in the driver’s seat of your life? If we are going to follow Jesus, we have to get out of the driver’s seat and let him drive without being a backseat driver. That means that we let him take us where he wants and to enjoy the scenery. This is way easier said than done, but it is what Jesus is asking of us, so will we let him drive?
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Luke Chapter 6
Article | June 9th, 2022
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, christianity, daily bible, discipleship, personal development, self-care, soul care, spiritual formation, spiritual journey, spiritualityThere is so much teaching in this chapter and there are some great things that will make you think and what Jesus finishes the chapter with is what struck me. We need to work the words of Jesus into our lives and it will give us a firm foundation that will stand in the storms of life. If we don’t work Jesus’ words into our lives, we will fall flat in the storms of life.
The words that I want to work into my life are from Luke 6:27–28 (The Message): “To you who are ready for the truth, I say this: Love your enemies. Let them bring out the best in you, not the worst. When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the energies of prayer for that person. Instead of getting mad and fighting back, we can respond by praying for that person, it will do much more for them than my anger. -
Luke Chapter 5
Article | June 7th, 2022
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, daily bible, daily devotional, daily wisdom, discipleship, personal growth, self-care, soul care, spiritual formation, spiritual growth, spiritual journey, spiritualityIn the story of the miraculous catch of fish it never quite dawned on me exactly how many fish that was and what that meant for those fishing families. To have two boats filled with fish, that was enough money that they would be set for life. They were able to walk away from their lively hood because their families were taken care of. They answered the call of Jesus to fish for people because of this miracle, they had been eking it out to that point but now God provided more than enough. I think ahead a little to the catch that Peter had at Pentecost of 3000 people saved that day. This story reminds me that when God calls you, he will provide for you.
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Luke Chapter 3
Article | June 2nd, 2022
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, christianity, daily bible, daily devotional, discipleship, personal development, self-care, soul care, spiritual formation, spiritual journey, spiritualityIn our reading today, we have a ton of names to read through and the temptation is to skip over them and get on with the good stuff. However, part of getting to know someone is to understand where the came from, who in the past shaped their life by what they passed down. I also love the fact that Luke traces Jesus’ lineage all the way to God and we will see that color the story that Luke tells. Don’t let your eyes glaze over when we read the names, but think of them as people who influenced who Jesus was.
What strikes me in this chapter is the role of the Holy Spirit in Jesus life and ministry. Jesus is going to ignite in us the kingdom life, fueled by the Holy Spirit that will change us from the inside out. That is a key thing for us to remember as we continue with Luke and later in Acts. Jesus is given the Holy Spirit at his baptism and God speaks this blessing over him, “You are my Son, chosen and marked by my love, pride of my life” Luke 3:22 (The Message). Jesus is set apart to usher in God’s Kingdom and he opens up access to God for all of us. There is a part of me that feels like this is a stretch, but when you realize that Jesus has made us children of God, this blessing can relate to us as well. We are God’s children and we are chosen by God, marked by his love and God is proud of us.