Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”
Co-Host of 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Faith Journey for Spiritual Growth
Nick Oyler is a Christian contemplative podcaster, devotional writer, and creator of 365 Days With Jesus, a year-long journey through Scripture inspired by the ancient practice of Lectio Divina.
As host of 2 Minute Disciple, Nick helps believers slow down and meet Jesus in His Word — even in the busiest seasons of life. Each short, daily episode offers a moment of stillness, a clear reading of Scripture, and a simple step to live out God’s truth.
With a heart for spiritual growth and a gift for making contemplative practices accessible, Nick invites listeners into a rhythm of daily connection with Christ. Whether you’re commuting, enjoying your morning coffee, or taking a quiet break, Nick’s gentle guidance will help you carry God’s Word into every part of your day.
Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” has hosted 452 Episodes.
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Episode 460: Increase Our Faith: Faith Grows Through Use | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 256
Episode | September 20th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 31 secs
active faith, authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, courage, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith, faith formation, faith journey, faith muscle, jesus christ, luke 17, moving mountains, mustard seed faith, obedience, prayer, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 256 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 17:5-6 and Jesus's teaching on faith that acts. This episode reveals that the apostles' request for increased faith misses the point—they don't need stronger faith; they need to use the faith they already have. Through the image of mustard seed faith moving mountains, we discover that faith grows through exercise, not through passive reception. Just like muscles build strength through use, faith builds strength through obedience. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of courageous obedience, learn how to exercise your faith muscle and move the mountains in your life. Join us as we explore what it means to act on faith even when you don't feel ready.
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Episode 459: Watch Yourselves: Accountability and Forgiveness | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 255
Episode | September 19th, 2026 | Season 5 | 9 mins 16 secs
accountability, authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, community, community accountability, confrontation, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, forgiveness, jesus christ, luke 17, prayer, radical forgiveness, scripture meditation, speaking truth, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 255 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 17:1-4 and Jesus's teaching on community responsibility, confrontation, and forgiveness. This episode reveals that we have a dual responsibility: to watch ourselves so we don't cause others to stumble, and to confront others when they do fall—then forgive them completely when they repent. Through the rhythm of accountability, honesty, and radical forgiveness, we discover what it means to build a community centered on grace. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of courageous community, learn how to speak truth with love and forgive seven times a day if necessary. Join us as we explore what it means to be accountable to one another while extending unlimited grace.
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Episode 458: Reversal of Fortunes: Lazarus and the Rich Man | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 254
Episode | September 18th, 2026 | Season 5 | 10 mins 5 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, compassion, compassion in action, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, eternity, faith formation, faith journey, generosity, jesus christ, lazarus, luke 16, prayer, rich man, scripture meditation, seeing the poor, spiritual consequences, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 254 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 16:19-31 and the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. This episode reveals a devastating reversal of fortune: the rich man who enjoyed luxury while ignoring Lazarus's suffering ends up in torment, while Lazarus is comforted at Abraham's side. The core message is clear: the rich man wasn't condemned for his wealth but for his complete lack of compassion. He saw suffering and did nothing. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of intentional compassion, learn to see the Lazaruses in your life and respond with action. Join us as we explore what it means to be persuaded by Jesus's resurrection enough to actually change how we live.
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Episode 457: The Smallest Point: God's Word Stands Forever | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 253
Episode | September 17th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 45 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, biblical obedience, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, god's law, god's word, jesus christ, loopholes, luke 16, obedience, prayer, scripture, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice, submission
In Episode 253 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 16:17-18 and Jesus's stunning claim: "It is easier for heaven and earth to disappear than for the smallest point of God's law to be overturned." This episode reveals that God's Word is unshakeable, unchangeable, and more permanent than the physical universe itself. Through the example of divorce, we discover how the Pharisees—and how we—rationalize Scripture to fit our lives instead of fitting our lives to Scripture. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of honest examination, learn where you've created loopholes and commit to genuine obedience. Join us as we explore what it means to take God's Word seriously—every detail, every point, every command.
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Episode 456: God Knows: Righteousness From the Inside Out | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 252
Episode | September 16th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 50 secs
authentic faith, authenticity, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, god's sight, heart, heart examination, internal transformation, jesus christ, luke 16, prayer, righteousness, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 252 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 16:14-17 and Jesus's piercing statement: "God knows your hearts." This episode reveals that Jesus sees through every facade, every performance, every mask we wear. While the Pharisees mocked Jesus for His teaching on money, Jesus identified their real problem: they loved money and loved to appear righteous in public, but God saw their actual hearts. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of honest conversation with Jesus, learn what it means to be authentic inside and out. Join us as we explore the gap between what people see and what God sees, and discover what it takes to be genuinely righteous—not just in appearance, but in reality.
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Episode 455: Handling True Riches: Money and Faithfulness | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 251
Episode | September 15th, 2026 | Season 5 | 11 mins 31 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, faithful stewardship, financial stewardship, jesus christ, luke 16, money and faith, money management, prayer, scripture meditation, serving god, spiritual authority, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice, stewardship, true riches
In Episode 251 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 16:1-13 and Jesus's challenging teaching on money, faithfulness, and true riches. This episode reveals that money is not the true riches—the true riches are spiritual: intimacy with God, transformation of character, eternal impact, and spiritual authority. Through the parable of the dishonest manager, we discover that how we handle money—the small, material things—reveals our character and what we actually value. Jesus makes clear that we cannot serve two masters: either money will be our god, or Jesus will be. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of honest stewardship, learn how to track your spending, examine what it reveals about your values, and make one deliberate change toward faithfulness. Join us as we explore what it means to be shrewd for eternity and faithful in the little things.
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Episode 454: Celebration: The Lost Son Returns | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 250
Episode | September 14th, 2026 | Season 5 | 11 mins 15 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, celebration, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, father's heart, forgiveness, grace, homecoming, jesus christ, luke 15, prayer, prodigal son, radical grace, repentance, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 250 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 15:11-32 and the parable of the prodigal son. This episode reveals that God's heart is characterized by radical grace, unconditional love, and unrestrained celebration. Through the father's response to his wayward son, we discover what it means to run toward the lost, embrace the broken, and celebrate grace without judgment. This episode challenges us to examine our own hearts: Are we the younger son learning that grace is greater than our failure? Or are we the older son, bitter and unable to celebrate because we're keeping score? Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of radical celebration, learn how to have the father's heart. Join us as we explore what it means to throw a feast for the found and celebrate grace like heaven does.
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Episode 453: Rejoice With Me: Celebrating Repentance | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 249
Episode | September 13th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 36 secs
angels, authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, celebration, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, god's joy, jesus christ, joy, lost coin, luke 15, prayer, repentance, scripture meditation, spiritual breakthrough, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 249 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 15:8-10 and the parable of the lost coin. This episode reveals that God's joy over one sinner's repentance is so great that the angels celebrate. Through the woman's persistent search and her communal celebration, we discover what it means to have a heart that doesn't give up and knows how to rejoice. This episode challenges us to examine our own hearts: Do we celebrate when others turn back to God? Do we recognize spiritual breakthroughs in others' lives? Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of genuine celebration, learn how to call others into the joy of heaven. Join us as we explore what it means to rejoice with the angels when one sinner repents.
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Episode 452: Lost and Found: God's Joy Over One Sinner | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 248
Episode | September 12th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 39 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, celebration, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, compassion, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, god's heart, god's joy, jesus christ, lost sheep, luke 15, prayer, repentance, scripture meditation, seeking the lost, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 248 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 15:1-7 and the parable of the lost sheep. This episode reveals that God's heart is radically focused on the one who is lost—so much so that He will leave the ninety-nine to search for the one. Through the shepherd's story, we discover that one lost sinner's repentance causes more joy in heaven than the faithfulness of ninety-nine righteous ones. This episode challenges us to examine our own hearts: Do we judge the lost or do we seek them? Do we complain about sinners or do we celebrate their return? Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of intentional compassion, learn how to search for the lost in your own life and bring them home. Join us as we explore what it means to have the shepherd's heart.
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Episode 451: Salt Life: Authentic Discipleship | Luke 14:34-35 | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 247
Episode | September 11th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 45 secs
authentic discipleship, authentic faith, authenticity, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, commitment, compromise, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, faith formation, faith journey, jesus christ, kingdom flavor, luke 14, prayer, real faith, salt life, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice, witness
In Episode 247 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 14:34-35 and Jesus's final call to authentic discipleship through the metaphor of salt. This episode reveals that false discipleship might initially appear authentic, but gradual compromise and quiet drift leave only an empty shell—flavorless salt that's worthless to both soil and manure pile. Through the historical context of Dead Sea salt that could lose its flavor over time, we discover what it means to be distinctively real in our faith. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of awareness, learn how to notice where you're bringing authentic flavor to the world and where you've compromised or stayed silent. Join us as we explore what "salt life" truly means: being real, being distinctive, and being unmistakably authentic in your walk with Jesus.
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Episode 450: Are You All In: Counting the Cost of Discipleship | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 246
Episode | September 10th, 2026 | Season 5 | 9 mins 38 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, commitment, contemplative christianity, cost of discipleship, counting the cost, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, following jesus, jesus christ, luke 14, prayer, radical faith, sacrifice, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice, surrender
In Episode 246 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 14:25-33 and Jesus's challenging teaching on the cost of discipleship. This episode reveals that following Jesus is not easy or casual—it requires counting the cost, understanding what you're signing up for, and choosing Jesus anyway. Through the parables of the tower builder and the warring king, we discover what it means to love Jesus more than comfort, convenience, security, and even family relationships. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of honest inventory, learn how to examine what you're holding onto most tightly and whether you're truly all in. Join us as we explore what wholehearted commitment to Jesus looks like and how to move from vague faith to specific, enduring discipleship.
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Episode 449: No More Excuses: The Great Banquet | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 245
Episode | September 9th, 2026 | Season 5 | 10 mins 7 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, commitment, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, excuses, faith formation, faith journey, great banquet, invitation, jesus christ, kingdom of god, luke 14, prayer, priorities, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice, urgency
In Episode 245 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 14:15-24 and Jesus's parable of the great banquet. This episode reveals the sobering truth that the Kingdom of God is not waiting for you to get around to it—the invitation is urgent, the banquet is ready, and every excuse—no matter how reasonable—is still a choice to put something else first. Through the story of invited guests who decline with polite excuses, we discover what happens when we prioritize fields, oxen, and marriages over the master's call. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of examining our excuses, learn what it means to truly accept Jesus's invitation. Join us as we explore what the master does when the first-invited decline: He fills His house with the unexpected, the outsiders, the ones nobody predicted.
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Episode 448: Guests Who Can't Repay: Kingdom Generosity | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 244
Episode | September 8th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 50 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, blessing, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, generosity, grace-based giving, hospitality, jesus christ, kingdom generosity, luke 14, prayer, resurrection, scripture meditation, serving others, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
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.
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Episode 447: Humble to Exalted: The Upside-Down Kingdom | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 243
Episode | September 7th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 4 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, exaltation, faith formation, faith journey, humility, jesus christ, luke 14, prayer, recognition, scripture meditation, self-promotion, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice, trust in god, upside-down kingdom
In Episode 243 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 14:7-11 and Jesus's parable about taking the lowest place at the table. This episode reveals the upside-down logic of God's Kingdom: those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. Through the story of a dinner party where guests jockey for position, we discover what it means to trust the host—God—to know where we belong and to lift us up in His time. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of deliberate humility, learn how to release your need for recognition, give credit away, and serve without announcing it. Join us as we explore what true humility looks like and how it leads to genuine exaltation.
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Episode 446: Silenced by Grace: Healing Beyond Rules | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 242
Episode | September 6th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 4 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, compassion, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, freedom in christ, grace, grace over law, healing, healing miracles, jesus christ, luke 14, prayer, sabbath, scripture meditation, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 242 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 14:1-6 and Jesus's powerful response to being watched and tested by the Pharisees. This episode reveals that Jesus doesn't modify His behavior based on judgment or evaluation—He sees the person in need and acts with immediate compassion. Through the story of healing a man with dropsy on the Sabbath, we discover what it means to prioritize human suffering over religious rules, and to act with freedom regardless of who's watching. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of deliberate attention, learn how to see the invisible suffering around you and respond with Jesus's own grace. Join us as we explore what it means to be silenced by grace rather than silenced by fear.
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Episode 445: The Heart of Jesus: Compassion Over Judgment | 2 Minute Disciple Ep. 241
Episode | September 5th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 24 secs
authentic faith, bible study, biblical meditation, christian community, christian living, christian podcast, compassion, compassionate prayer, contemplative christianity, daily devotional, daily habit, daily prayer, devotional, discipleship, faith formation, faith journey, heart of jesus, intercession, jesus christ, jesus's love, luke 13, prayer, protection, scripture meditation, shepherd, spiritual disciplines, spiritual growth, spiritual practice
In Episode 241 of the 2 Minute Disciple, we explore Luke 13:31-35 and one of Scripture's most tender moments—Jesus weeping over Jerusalem. This episode reveals that Jesus is not a distant judge but a grieving shepherd, longing to gather His people even as they prepare to reject Him. Through the powerful image of a hen gathering her chicks under her wings, we see Jesus's vulnerability, His maternal protection, and His unwavering love for those who refuse Him. Through guided meditation and a practical daily habit of compassionate intercession, discover how to pray with Jesus's heart for those you've given up on. Join us as we explore what it means to embrace Jesus's longing, His grief, and His persistent love.