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Episode 388: Gone Fishing | Matthew 17:24-27 | 2 Minute Disciple Podcast Ep. 183
Episode | July 2nd, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 1 sec
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In Episode 183, we explore Matthew 17:24-27 and one of Scripture's most unusual miracles. Tax collectors come to Peter demanding payment of the two-drachma tax. Rather than dismiss them or pay from His own resources, Jesus sends Peter to the sea with a hook and tells him to catch a fish—and when he opens its mouth, he'll find a shekel to cover the tax for both of them. This episode examines what this strange miracle reveals about God's character and our calling. God owns everything—the fish in the sea, the coins in their mouths, all the resources of creation. Yet He doesn't simply provide for us; He invites us to participate in His provision. Jesus could have paid the tax another way, but instead He involved Peter in the miracle. Through guided meditation, discover why this matters: giving isn't primarily about meeting God's needs—it's about our transformation. When we give, we acknowledge His provision, practice trust, learn generosity, and become more like Him. This episode challenges you to shift your perspective on giving from obligation to opportunity. Learn how God invites us not just to receive His provision, but to participate in providing for others. Discover the freedom and joy that comes from trusting that God will provide for you, even as you give generously from what He's already given you. Find practical ways to practice giving with trust today, and experience how this posture of the heart—not the size of the gift—is where the real blessing lives.
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Episode 362: Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand | Trusting God With What You Have | Mark 6:35–44 Devotional
Episode | June 6th, 2026 | Season 5 | 9 mins 28 secs
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In this contemplative Christian devotional, Nick reflects on Mark 6:35–44 and the miracle of Jesus feeding the five thousand. Discover what happens when we bring our insufficiency to Christ, why God asks us to offer what we have rather than what we wish we had, and how Jesus multiplies our small acts of faithfulness for His kingdom purposes. Slow down, meditate on Scripture, and learn to trust God with your limitations.