Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower

Episode 213: An Apprenticeship to Jesus – Week 12: Confronting Corruption & Living with Kingdom Love (Mark 12)

Episode  |  January 4th, 2026  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 33 secs

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Dive into Mark 12 with Nick Oyler in Week 12 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus. Explore Jesus’ wisdom in confronting corruption, teaching love as the greatest commandment, and honoring sacrificial faith. Practical spiritual habits included.

Episode 205: Episode 4 — John 1:14–18 — God Came Near | Daily Devotional Podcast (Lectio Divina)

Episode  |  January 4th, 2026  |  Season 5  |  6 mins 31 secs

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Today we’ll meditate on the truth that God isn’t distant — He came near to reveal Himself to us.

Episode 203: Episode 3 — John 1:6–13 — Recognizing Jesus | Daily Devotional Podcast (Lectio Divina)

Episode  |  January 3rd, 2026  |  Season 5  |  7 mins 12 secs

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John the Baptist pointed to the true Light — Jesus — yet many did not recognize Him. In John 1:6–13, we’re reminded that all who believe and accept Him become children of God.

Episode 202: Episode 2 — John 1:1–5 — God’s Nearness | Daily Devotional Podcast (Lectio Divina)

Episode  |  January 2nd, 2026  |  Season 5  |  6 mins 16 secs

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In John 1:1–5, we’re reminded that Jesus — the Word — was with God from the beginning, and He is God. His light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.

Episode 201: Episode 1 — Luke 1:1–4 — Certainty in Jesus

Episode  |  January 1st, 2026  |  Season 5  |  7 mins 35 secs

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Today’s 2 Minute Disciple takes us to Luke 1:1–4, where Luke assures us that his account of Jesus’ life is carefully investigated and accurate.

In just over two minutes, we’ll slow down, hear the passage, notice what stands out, meditate on the truth that we can be certain of who Jesus is, and take a small step to keep an ongoing conversation with God throughout our day.

Episode 207: Turning Toward the Cross – Mark 11 | Apprenticeship to Jesus

Episode  |  December 28th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 37 secs

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Discover the powerful lessons of Mark 11 in An Apprenticeship to Jesus. Join Nick Oyler as Jesus enters Jerusalem, cleanses the temple, curses the fig tree, and teaches on faith, prayer, and forgiveness. Perfect for Christian discipleship and Bible study.

Episode 204: An Apprenticeship to Jesus – Gospel of Mark Study Week 10 | Following Jesus in Mark 10

Episode  |  December 21st, 2025  |  Season 4  |  10 mins 2 secs

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In Week 10 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus, Nick Oyler walks through Mark 10, where Jesus teaches on marriage, childlike faith, surrendering wealth, servant leadership, and the healing of Bartimaeus. Discover what it means to follow Jesus with humility, trust, and wholehearted devotion.

Episode 200: Seeing Jesus for Who He Really Is – Gospel of Mark Study - Week 9

Episode  |  December 14th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  9 mins 53 secs

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In Week 9 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus, we journey through Mark 9 and witness one of the most profound moments in the Gospels — the Transfiguration. Jesus reveals His divine glory to Peter, James, and John, and teaches His disciples about faith, humility, and the cost of following Him.

Episode 199: Apprenticeship to Jesus – Gospel of Mark Week 8: Compassion, Clarity, and the Call to Follow

Episode  |  December 7th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 22 secs

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Join Nick Oyler in Week 8 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus as we explore Mark 8 — from feeding four thousand to Peter’s declaration of Christ. Discover lessons on compassion, faith, and self-denial.

Episode 198: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 7

Episode  |  November 30th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 15 secs

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In Mark 7, Jesus teaches that true defilement comes from the heart, not external rituals. Join Nick & Kylie in Week 7 of Apprenticeship to Jesus as they unpack the Pharisees’ challenge, the faith of the Syrophoenician woman, and the healing of a deaf man. Discover how to live from a pure heart that honors God.

Episode 197: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 6

Episode  |  November 23rd, 2025  |  Season 4  |  8 mins 44 secs

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In this week’s An Apprenticeship to Jesus podcast, we explore Mark 6 — a chapter filled with lessons on faith, miracles, and discipleship. From Jesus facing rejection in His hometown to feeding over 5,000 people and walking on water, this passage reveals the heart of our Savior and challenges us to trust Him in every circumstance.

Episode 196: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 5

Episode  |  November 16th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 36 secs

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Mark 5 tells the powerful story of Jesus’ authority over evil spirits. A man living among tombs, tormented and uncontrollable, encounters Jesus and is completely restored. This passage reveals Christ’s compassion, His power to set people free, and the call to share our testimony.

Episode 195: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study Week 4

Episode  |  November 9th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 48 secs

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Welcome to An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study. In this episode, we explore Mark 4, where Jesus teaches powerful parables about the Kingdom of God and demonstrates His authority over nature.
Whether you’re new to Bible study or a seasoned disciple, this chapter offers deep insights into faith, perseverance, and spiritual growth.

Episode 194: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study 3

Episode  |  November 2nd, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 41 secs

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In this week’s study of Mark 3, we explore Jesus’ compassion, authority, and mission. Learn how His healing on the Sabbath reveals God’s heart, why He called the Twelve Apostles, and what it means to be part of His family.

Episode 193: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study 2

Episode  |  October 26th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  6 mins 47 secs

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Join Nick Oyler for Week 2 of An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study. Explore Mark 2, where Jesus heals a paralytic, forgives sins, calls Levi, teaches about new wine, and reveals the Sabbath’s true purpose. Includes discussion questions and spiritual exercises for your week.

Episode 192: An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Bible Study - Mark 1

Episode  |  October 19th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 37 secs

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Join our Apprenticeship to Jesus Bible study through the Gospel of Mark. Explore discipleship, the Holy Spirit, and Jesus’ miracles in Mark 1 with discussion questions and weekly exercises.