Displaying 7 items of 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Faith Journey for Spiritual Growth with the tag "humility".
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Episode 389: Naming The GOAT Of The Kingdom | Matthew 18:1-4 | 2 Minute Disciple Podcast Ep. 184
Episode | July 3rd, 2026 | Season 5 | 7 mins 59 secs
2 minute disciple, awe and wonder, bible study, childlike faith, christian podcast, daily devotional, discipleship, faith perspective, greatness in god's kingdom, humility, matthew 18, reclaiming wonder, spiritual growth, spiritual meditation, true greatness
In Episode 184, we explore Matthew 18:1-4 and Jesus' shocking redefinition of greatness. The disciples come to Jesus with a question that reflects the world's values: "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" They're thinking in terms of power, authority, achievement, and recognition. They want to know who's at the top of the hierarchy. But Jesus doesn't answer with a name or a list of accomplishments. Instead, He calls a child forward and places the child in the midst of them. In first-century Jewish culture, children had no status, no voice in society, no social importance. By elevating a child as the model of greatness, Jesus shocks everyone listening and completely inverts the cultural hierarchy. Through guided meditation, discover what Jesus is really teaching: true greatness in God's kingdom is measured by humility, not prominence. But there's more to this lesson than just humility. Jesus is calling us to reclaim childlikeness—the awe and wonder with which children approach the world. Children approach life with openness, curiosity, and trust. They haven't yet been hardened by disappointment or protected themselves with cynicism. They still believe good things are possible. This episode challenges you to examine how you measure greatness and success. The world measures it by what you've achieved, what you own, and who knows your name. Jesus measures it by how humble you are, how open you are to wonder, and how willing you are to trust like a child. Learn practical ways to reclaim your sense of awe and wonder with God—approaching familiar prayers, scriptures, and worship with fresh eyes as if experiencing them for the first time. Discover how humility and wonder are not weaknesses but the true pathways to greatness in God's kingdom.
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Episode 376: The Syrophoenician Woman: Persistent Faith That Refuses to Give Up | Mark 7:24–30 | 2 Minute Disciple Episode 171
Episode | June 20th, 2026 | Season 5 | 8 mins 54 secs
2 minute disciple, bible meditation, bible study, christian devotional, christian discipleship, christian encouragement, christian growth, christian living, christian meditation, christian podcast, contemplative prayer, daily devotional, faith and perseverance, gospel of mark, humility, mark 7, mark 7:24-30, mercy of jesus, persistent faith, persistent prayer, scripture reflection, spiritual formation, syrophoenician woman, trusting god, unanswered prayer
In Episode 171 of the 2 Minute Disciple podcast, Nick reflects on Mark 7:24–30 and the remarkable faith of the Syrophoenician woman. Through contemplative prayer and Scripture meditation, discover how humility, persistence, and unwavering trust in Jesus can lead us to experience His mercy even when answers seem delayed.
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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 241: Episode 35 — John 3:29–36 — Bringing Jesus Into Focus
Episode | February 4th, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins
bible study, christian podcast, daily devotional, eternal life, focus on jesus, gospel of john, he must become greater, humility, john 3:29–36, lectio divina
John 3:29–36 emphasizes the supremacy of Jesus and the joy of making Him our focus. This devotional encourages listeners to shift attention from themselves to Christ and find joy in His greatness.
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Episode 240: Episode 34 — John 3:22–28 — Knowing Your Role in God’s Kingdom
Episode | February 3rd, 2026 | Season 5 | 6 mins 40 secs
bible study, christian podcast, daily devotional, god’s calling, gospel of john, humility, john 3:22–28, john the baptist, lectio divina, ministry roles, serving god’s kingdom
John 3:22–28 shows John the Baptist’s humility and clarity about his mission to prepare the way for Jesus. This devotional invites listeners to reflect on their role in God’s kingdom and to faithfully live it out.
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Episode 224: Episode 20 — Mark 1:7–8 — Pointing People to Jesus
Episode | January 20th, 2026 | Season 5 | 5 mins 33 secs
bible study, christian podcast, daily devotional, gospel of mark, holy spirit, humility, john the baptist, lectio divina, mark 1:7–8, pointing to jesus
Mark 1:7–8 captures John the Baptist’s humility and his mission to point others to Jesus. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites listeners to reflect on who their lives are pointing toward and offers a practical habit to see others through God’s eyes.
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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
2minutedisciple, bartimaeus, biblestudy, christianpodcast, faith, followingjesus, gospelofmark, humility, richyoungruler, servantleadership
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.