Displaying items 1-10 of 23 in total of 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Faith Journey for Spiritual Growth with the tag "faith".
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Episode 359: Not Peace but a Sword: The Cost of Following Jesus | Matthew 10:34–39 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E155
Episode | June 3rd, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 5 secs
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In Episode 154 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Matthew 10:34–39 and Jesus’ challenging teaching about the cost of discipleship. This contemplative Christian devotional explores surrender, loyalty, sacrifice, and what it means to place Jesus above every other relationship and priority. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and spiritual reflection, listeners are invited to loosen their grip on lesser things and discover the life that comes from fully following Christ.
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Episode 357: Wise as Serpents, Innocent as Doves: Following Jesus in a Hostile World | Matthew 10:16–20 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E152
Episode | June 1st, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 11 secs
2 minute disciple, bible study, christian encouragement, christian living, christian meditation, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, contemplative prayer, courage, daily devotion, devotionals, difficult conversations, discipleship, faith, faithful witness, gospel reflection, holy spirit, innocent as doves, kingdom of god, matthew 10, prayer, scripture meditation, season 5, spirit-led life, spiritual growth, spiritual habits, trusting god, walking with jesus, wisdom, wise as serpents
In Episode 152 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Matthew 10:16–20 and Jesus’ instruction to be “wise as serpents and innocent as doves.” This contemplative Christian devotional explores spiritual wisdom, faithful witness, courage in opposition, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and practical reflection, listeners are encouraged to trust God’s presence and guidance in difficult conversations and challenging circumstances.
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Episode 356: Sent with Authority, Called to Depend: Trusting God’s Provision | Matthew 10:5–10 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E151
Episode | May 31st, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 11 secs
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In Episode 151 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Matthew 10:5–10 and Jesus sending out the twelve apostles with authority while calling them to radical dependence on God. This contemplative Christian devotional explores faith, obedience, mission, and trusting God’s provision. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and spiritual reflection, listeners are encouraged to step forward in faith, relying on Christ’s authority rather than their own resources.
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Episode 355: Harvest Is Plentiful: Seeing People with the Compassion of Jesus | Matthew 9:35–38 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E150
Episode | May 30th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 8 secs
2 minute disciple, bible study, christian encouragement, christian living, christian meditation, christian podcast, compassion of jesus, contemplative christianity, contemplative prayer, daily devotion, devotional podcast, discipleship, evangelism, faith, faith journey, gospel reflection, kingdom of god, lord of the harvest, matthew 9, mission, outreach, prayer, prayer for others, scripture meditation, season 5, sheep without a shepherd, spiritual growth, spiritual habits, the harvest is plentiful, walking with jesus
In Episode 150 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Matthew 9:35–38 and Jesus’ compassion for the crowds who were “harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” This contemplative Christian devotional invites listeners to see people through the eyes of Jesus, pray for workers in God’s harvest, and become willing participants in His mission. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and spiritual reflection, this episode encourages compassion, prayerful discipleship, and kingdom-minded living.
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Episode 354: Jesus Rejected in Nazareth: When Familiarity Becomes Unbelief | Mark 6:1–6 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E149
Episode | May 29th, 2026 | Season 5 | 5 mins 44 secs
2 minute disciple, bible study, christian encouragement, christian living, christian meditation, christian podcast, church culture, contemplative christianity, contemplative prayer, daily devotion, devotional podcast, discipleship, faith, faith journey, fresh faith, gospel reflection, jesus rejected in nazareth, jesus teachings, mark 6, prayer, rejection, scripture meditation, season 5, spiritual formation, spiritual growth, spiritual habits, trusting god, unbelief, walking with jesus, wonder
In Episode 149 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Mark 6:1–6 and Jesus being rejected in His hometown of Nazareth. This contemplative Christian devotional explores how familiarity with Jesus, church, and faith can quietly harden into unbelief. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and spiritual reflection, listeners are invited to rediscover wonder, openness, and fresh faith in Christ.
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Episode 353: Two Blind Men Healed by Jesus: Faith, Mercy, and Spiritual Sight | Matthew 9:27–34 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E148
Episode | May 28th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 33 secs
2 minute disciple, bible reflection, bible study, christian encouragement, christian living, christian meditation, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, contemplative prayer, daily devotion, devotional podcast, discipleship, faith, faith journey, gospel reflection, healing, jesus heals the blind, jesus miracles, matthew 9, mercy of jesus, prayer, scripture meditation, season 5, son of david, spiritual growth, spiritual habits, spiritual sight, trusting god, two blind men, walking with jesus
In Episode 148 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Matthew 9:27–34 and the healing of two blind men and a mute man. This contemplative Christian devotional explores faith, spiritual sight, mercy, and the question Jesus still asks today: “Do you believe I am able to do this?” Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and spiritual reflection, listeners are invited to trust more deeply in the power and compassion of Jesus.
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Episode 352: Jairus’ Daughter Raised: Trusting Jesus When It Feels Too Late | Mark 5:35–43 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E147
Episode | May 27th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 51 secs
2 minute disciple, bible study, christian encouragement, christian living, christian meditation, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, contemplative prayer, daily devotion, devotional podcast, discipleship, faith, faith over fear, gospel reflection, grief, healing, hope, jairus daughter, jesus is never too late, jesus raises the dead, mark 5, prayer, restoration, scripture meditation, season 5, spiritual growth, spiritual habits, trusting god, waiting on god, walking with jesus
In Episode 147 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Mark 5:35–43 and the powerful story of Jairus’ daughter being raised by Jesus. This contemplative Christian devotional invites listeners to trust Jesus even when hope seems lost and circumstances appear final. Through Scripture meditation, guided prayer, and spiritual reflection, this episode offers encouragement for anyone waiting on God in the middle of grief, disappointment, or unanswered prayer.
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Episode 351: Jesus Delivers the Demon Possessed Man: Freedom Through Christ’s Authority | Mark 5:1–13 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E144
Episode | May 24th, 2026 | Season 5 | 10 mins 3 secs
2 minute disciple, authority of jesus, bible study, breaking chains, christian encouragement, christian living, christian meditation, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, contemplative prayer, daily devotion, deliverance, demon possessed man, discipleship, faith, freedom in christ, gerasene demoniac, gospel reflection, healing, jesus and legion, jesus christ, mark 5, overcoming fear, prayer, scripture meditation, season 5, spiritual growth, spiritual habits, spiritual warfare, walking with jesus
In Episode 144 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Mark 5:1–13 and the powerful story of Jesus delivering the man possessed by many demons. This contemplative Christian devotional explores Christ’s unmatched authority over darkness, bondage, fear, and spiritual oppression. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and practical spiritual reflection, listeners are invited to bring their own struggles before Jesus—the One who crosses storms to bring freedom and healing.
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Episode 350: Jesus Calms the Storm | Finding Peace and Faith in Life’s Chaos | Mark 4:35–41 | 2 Minute Disciple S5E143
Episode | May 23rd, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 43 secs
2 minute disciple, anxiety, bible reflection, bible study, christian encouragement, christian living, christian meditation, christian mindfulness, christian podcast, contemplative christianity, contemplative prayer, daily devotion, devotional podcast, discipleship, faith, faith over fear, gospel meditation, guided prayer, jesus, jesus calms the storm, mark 4, mark 4 devotional, peace, peace in christ, prayer, scripture meditation, season 5, spiritual formation, spiritual growth, trusting god
In Episode 143 of 2 Minute Disciple Season 5, Nick reflects on Mark 4:35–41 and the powerful moment when Jesus calms the storm. This contemplative Christian meditation invites listeners to slow down, release anxiety, and remember that Jesus is present in every storm of life. Through guided prayer, Scripture meditation, and practical spiritual habits, this episode encourages deeper faith, peace in uncertainty, and trust in Christ’s authority over fear.
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Episode 279: John 5:31–38 — Testimony About Jesus (Daily Devotional Podcast)
Episode | March 13th, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 19 secs
2 minute disciple, christian devotional, contemplative prayer, faith, father’s witness, john 5, john the baptist, miracles, nlt, testimony
This contemplative episode centers on John 5:31–38 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus explains that John the Baptist was a “burning and shining lamp,” but that His own teachings and miracles are an even greater witness, given by the Father to show that He was sent from God.
Host Nick Oyler encourages listeners to notice the many “witnesses” to Christ’s identity in Scripture and in their own lives, and to respond with faith rather than indifference. A simple practice of inviting God into tasks helps cultivate spiritual awareness.