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Episode 298: Luke 6:20–21 — Blessed in Your Need (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | April 1st, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 1 sec
2 minute disciple, beatitudes, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, gratitude, hunger, kingdom of god, luke 6, nlt, poverty, weeping
This contemplative devotional episode reflects on Luke 6:20–21 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus looks at His disciples and pronounces blessing over those who are poor, hungry, and grieving now, promising the Kingdom, satisfaction, and joy to come.
Host Nick Oyler invites listeners to be honest about their current struggles and to trust Christ’s promises over their present circumstances. A simple “prayer in the moment” habit—thanking God after each task—helps ground everyday life in gratitude. -
Episode 297: Matthew 5:11–12 — Joy in the Opposition (Daily Devotional Podcast
Episode | March 31st, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins 9 secs
2 minute disciple, beatitudes, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, matthew 5, mockery, nlt, persecution, prayer in the moment, reward in heaven
This contemplative devotional episode reflects on Matthew 5:11–12 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus concludes the Beatitudes by addressing the reality of persecution and slander for His followers, yet calling them blessed and inviting them to rejoice in their heavenly reward.
Host Nick Oyler encourages listeners to see their suffering for Christ in light of His own rejection and the witness of the prophets. A simple “prayer in the moment” after tasks helps you stay aware of belonging to Him throughout the day. -
Episode 296: Matthew 5:9–10 — Peacemakers and the Persecuted (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 30th, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins 33 secs
2 minute disciple, beatitudes, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, kindness, matthew 5, nlt, peacemakers, persecution, righteousness
This contemplative devotional episode centers on Matthew 5:9–10 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus calls peacemakers “children of God” and promises the Kingdom of Heaven to those persecuted for righteousness.
Host Nick Oyler invites listeners to reflect on their own opportunities to work for peace and their experiences of pushback for doing what’s right. A simple kindness practice—offering a genuine compliment—helps you plant small seeds of peace. -
Episode 295: Matthew 5:7–8 — Mercy and a Clear Heart (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 29th, 2026 | Season 5 | 5 mins 32 secs
2 minute disciple, beatitudes, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, gratitude, matthew 5, mercy, nlt, pure in heart, seeing god
This contemplative devotional episode focuses on Matthew 5:7–8 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus promises blessing to the merciful and those with pure hearts, with the assurance that they will receive mercy and see God.
Host Nick Oyler encourages listeners to consider where they might need to show mercy and how they can come before God with an undivided heart. A brief gratitude practice helps train your eyes to see God’s goodness. -
Episode 294: Matthew 5:5–6 — Gentle and Hungry (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 28th, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins 32 secs
2 minute disciple, beatitudes, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, faith sharing, humility, hunger for righteousness, justice, matthew 5, meekness, nlt
This contemplative devotional episode focuses on Matthew 5:5–6 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus’ Beatitudes bless the humble and those who hunger and thirst for justice, promising them the earth as an inheritance and the satisfaction of their deepest longings.
Host Malena Schultz invites listeners to examine their own desires and to ask Jesus to grow in them both gentleness and a passion for righteousness. A simple faith-sharing practice encourages you to reflect these truths to others. -
Episode 293: Matthew 5:3–4 — Blessed in Poverty and Grief (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 27th, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins 9 secs
2 minute disciple, beatitudes, christian devotional, comfort, contemplative prayer, kingdom of heaven, matthew 5, mourning, nlt, poor in spirit, spiritual awareness
This contemplative devotional episode focuses on Matthew 5:3–4 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus’ first Beatitudes flip our expectations by calling the spiritually poor and those who mourn “blessed,” with promises of the Kingdom and comfort.
Guest Host Malena Schultz invites listeners to stop pretending strength, bring their real need and sorrow to Jesus, and trust His nearness there. A short midday pause practice helps anchor you in His presence. -
Episode 292: Matthew 5:1–2; Luke 6:17–19 — Power and Presence (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 26th, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins 46 secs
2 minute disciple, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, crowds, disciples, healing, luke 6, matthew 5, nlt, serving others, teaching
This contemplative devotional episode weaves together Matthew 5:1–2 and Luke 6:17–19 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus gathers His disciples to teach them and then stands among crowds who seek His healing power.
Host Leona Schultz invites listeners to consider how Jesus meets us through both His words and His presence. A simple act-of-service exercise helps you become a small channel of Christ’s care to others. -
Episode 291: Luke 6:12–16 — Chosen After Prayer (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 25th, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins 19 secs
2 minute disciple, apostles, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, decision-making, guidance, luke 6, nlt, prayer, worship
This contemplative devotional episode centers on Luke 6:12–16 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus goes up on a mountain and prays all night before selecting twelve apostles from among His disciples.
Guest host Cassen Schultz invites listeners to see how deeply Jesus depends on the Father when making decisions and encourages them to bring their own choices and relationships into a place of unhurried, prayerful listening. A simple worship practice—singing a hymn or worship song at home—helps draw the heart into God’s presence. -
Episode 290: Mark 3:13–19 — Called to Be With Him (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 24th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 41 secs
2 minute disciple, apostles, calling, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, discipleship, mark 3, nlt, presence, scripture memory
This contemplative devotional episode reflects on Mark 3:13–19 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus chooses twelve apostles, calling them by name and appointing them first to be with Him, and then to be sent out in His authority.
Host Kylie Oyler invites listeners to rethink their priorities, placing presence with Christ ahead of productivity for Christ. A simple Scripture‑memorization practice keeps this truth close throughout the day. -
Episode 289: Matthew 12:15–21 — The Gentle Servant (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 23rd, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 13 secs
2 minute disciple, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, gentleness, hope, isaiah, justice, kindness, matthew 12, nlt, servant
This contemplative devotional episode centers on Matthew 12:15–21 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Matthew connects Jesus’ healing ministry and withdrawal from conflict with Isaiah’s prophecy of the Servant who will not crush the weakest reed or put out a flickering candle, but will bring justice to victory.
Host Nick Oyler invites listeners to bring their fragility to Jesus and trust His gentle strength. A small act of kindness—holding the door for someone—serves as a reminder to make space for others as Christ does for us.