2 Minute Disciple

Day 2 — John 1:1–5 — God’s Nearness

Article  |  January 2nd, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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Each day, we follow a simple rhythm:
Slow down…
Read…
Notice…
Reread…
Meditate…
Respond…
and
Exercise, taking a small step to live out what we’ve heard.
It’s a moment to pause, breathe, and meet Jesus in His Word — so He can shape our hearts and guide our day.

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.

Day 1 - Luke 1:1-4 Certainty in Jesus

Article  |  January 1st, 2026
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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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.
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.

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.

Turning Toward the Cross – Lessons from Mark 11

Article  |  December 28th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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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 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.

An Apprenticeship to Jesus – Week 10: Following Jesus in Mark 10

Article  |  December 21st, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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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 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.

Seeing Jesus for Who He Really Is – Lessons from Mark 9

Article  |  December 14th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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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.

Lectio Divina: An Ancient Way to Meet Jesus in the Scriptures

Article  |  December 14th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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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.

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.

Spiritual Warfare: How to Recognize and Resist the Enemy

Article  |  December 7th, 2025
By Kylie Oyler
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We live in two worlds at once — the physical, seen world and the spiritual, unseen world. While we can touch the trees, hug our family, and see the houses we live in, there’s another dimension we can’t physically perceive. Yet, it’s just as real. In this episode of the Joyful Disciple Podcast, Kylie and her dad, Nick Oyler, dive deep into the reality of spiritual warfare, sharing Scripture, ministry experiences, and practical encouragement for believers.

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.

Following Jesus in Mark 8: Compassion, Clarity, and the Call to Surrender

Article  |  December 6th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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Mark 8 is one of those chapters that stops you in your tracks. It’s not just a record of miracles — it’s a deep, personal invitation from Jesus to see clearly, understand deeply, and follow Him wholeheartedly.

In this week’s Apprenticeship to Jesus study, we walk through moments of compassion, confrontation, and challenge that shape what it means to be a disciple.

Clean vs. Unclean: What Really Defiles Us – Apprenticeship to Jesus, Week 7 (Mark 7)

Article  |  November 30th, 2025
By Nick Oyler | Jesus Follower
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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 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.