We found 10 articles with the tag “spiritual growth”.
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Day 3 - John 1:6-13 — Recognizing Jesus
Article | January 3rd, 2026
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.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
bible study, daily devotional, gospel of john, john 1:6–13, lectio divina, spiritual growth
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 1 - Luke 1:1-4 Certainty in Jesus
Article | January 1st, 2026
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.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
bible study, christian devotional, faith, jesus, lectio divina, meditation, scripture, short form daily, spiritual growth
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
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.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
bible study, christian devotional, faith, jesus, lectio divina, meditation, scripture, short form daily, spiritual growth -
Luke Chapter 10
Article | June 23rd, 2022
What 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.
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, spirituality -
Luke Chapter 11
Article | June 23rd, 2022
We don’t talk a lot about spiritual warfare, because if we can’t see it our touch it , we can’t understand it and if we can’t understand it, we dismiss it as not real. However, the more we hang out with Jesus, we realize that spiritual warfare is real and we need to be on guard against the spiritual forces that want to torment us. Jesus said that this is war and we need to choose our side and guard his word with our lives.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, daily bible, daily devotional, personal development, self care, soul care, spiritual growth, spiritual journey, spirituality -
Luke Chapter 9
Article | June 21st, 2022
Who 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?
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, spirituality -
Luke Chapter 8
Article | June 20th, 2022
What stuck me in the chapter is that obedience is thicker than blood and how trust and obedience go hand in hand. Trust leads to obedience and we see some examples of what trust looks like and doesn’t look like. Trust looks like some women who fund his ministry and a man who is relieved of demon possession and obeys Jesus by going home and proclaiming what Jesus had done for him. But, the disciples who had seen everything that Jesus had done didn’t trust him in the storm and began to panic. Trust and obey is the only way to live our lives for Jesus, let’s pray…
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, daily bible, daily devotional, personal development, self care, soul care, spiritual growth, spiritual journey, spirituality -
Luke Chapter 5
Article | June 7th, 2022
In 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.
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, spirituality -
Mark Chapter 5
Article | May 12th, 2022
I can feel the desperation of Jairus and the woman who reaches out to touch the edge of Jesus’ robe. I can sense their anxiety and determination to do get the healing that they needed. Then to be caught by Jesus, I can feel her face get flush with embarrassment and then the relief with Jesus’ compassion toward her. I appreciate this story more now because I have been desperate to get what I need from Jesus, if I could just stretch out and just touch a little piece, then…I know it is cringy to come across as desperate, but over and over in scripture, we see that desperation before God is rewarded. He wants us to come to him when we are desperate and he will provide. The most important thing that we see with the demon possessed man is that once we get what we need from him, we need to make it known to those around us.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, daily bible, daily devotional, discipleship, personal development, self-care, spiritual growth, spiritual journey, spirituality
What are you desperate for God to do for you? For me it is getting a new job to be able to support my family with. Each rejection hurts and threatens to take me under, but God provides the encouragement I need to keep believing and trusting at just the right time. -
Mark Chapter 4
Article | May 11th, 2022
We have a special guest reader today, Adam Tomlinson. Adam is the Lead Minister at Westwood Christian Church, in Madison, Wisconsin. Adam grew up in Illinois and Wisconsin before going to Milligan College where he met his wife, Lauren. He has been in ministry since 2014 and they have 3 children: Nathanael (7), Caleb (4), and Junia (1). I used to play church softball with his dad and I remember Adam in the stroller at the softball games.
By Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
audio bible, christianity, daily bible, daily devotional, discipleship, personal growth, self-care, spiritual growth, spiritual journey, spirituality
At the end of this episode, Adam and I will talk about the chapter, which is Mark chapter 4, so let’s dive in.