web01.fireside.fm Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:58:54 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Kindness” https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/tags/kindness Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 Slow down. Meet Jesus. Let His Word shape your day. 2 Minute Disciple is a short, daily Christian devotional podcast that guides you through Scripture in just over two minutes — perfect for busy schedules, morning routines, or quiet moments with God. Each episode follows a simple rhythm inspired by Lectio Divina: Slow Down — breathe and create space for God’s presence. Read — hear the passage clearly. Notice — listen for the word or phrase that stands out. Reread — soak in the Scripture again. Meditate — reflect on the meaning. Respond — pray from the heart. Exercise — take a small, intentional step to live out the truth. Whether you’re commuting, walking, or enjoying your morning coffee, 2 Minute Disciple helps you connect with Jesus, grow spiritually, and carry God’s Word into your day. 📖 Daily Bible Reading | 🎧 Short Christian Podcast | ✝️ Lectio Divina | 🙏 Spiritual Growth Listen now and make space for 2 minutes with Jesus every day. en-us episodic Slow down. Meet Jesus. Let His Word shape your day. Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” Slow down. Meet Jesus. Let His Word shape your day. 2 Minute Disciple is a short, daily Christian devotional podcast that guides you through Scripture in just over two minutes — perfect for busy schedules, morning routines, or quiet moments with God. Each episode follows a simple rhythm inspired by Lectio Divina: Slow Down — breathe and create space for God’s presence. Read — hear the passage clearly. Notice — listen for the word or phrase that stands out. Reread — soak in the Scripture again. Meditate — reflect on the meaning. Respond — pray from the heart. Exercise — take a small, intentional step to live out the truth. Whether you’re commuting, walking, or enjoying your morning coffee, 2 Minute Disciple helps you connect with Jesus, grow spiritually, and carry God’s Word into your day. 📖 Daily Bible Reading | 🎧 Short Christian Podcast | ✝️ Lectio Divina | 🙏 Spiritual Growth Listen now and make space for 2 minutes with Jesus every day. no Daily Bible devotional podcast, Short Christian podcast, Lectio Divina, Christian meditation, Spiritual growth, Bible study podcast, Daily Scripture reading, Christian encouragement, Morning devotional, Faith journey Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” oylernick@icloud.com Episode 299: Luke 6:22–23 — When Following Costs You (Daily Devotional Podcast) https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/299 d983a751-19a6-43d0-85ad-01f42c0902bc Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 299 Luke 6:22–23 — When Following Costs You (Daily Devotional Podcast) full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” This contemplative devotional episode reflects on Luke 6:22–23 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus acknowledges that His followers may face hatred, exclusion, and slander for His sake, yet He calls them blessed and invites them to rejoice because of their heavenly reward and connection to the prophets. Host Nick Oyler helps listeners reframe their experiences of rejection through Jesus’ promises. A simple “Acts of Kindness” practice—a genuine smile—becomes a quiet act of joy and witness in daily life. 6:44 no In Luke 6:22–23 (NLT), Jesus blesses those who are hated, excluded, mocked, and cursed as evil because they follow Him. He tells them to rejoice and “leap for joy,” promising a great reward in heaven and solidarity with the ancient prophets. 🎯In this episode, we bring our fears of rejection to Jesus and ask Him for courage and joy in following Him openly. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day92luke62223whenfollowingcostsyou) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) Luke 6:22-23 devotional, blessed when people hate you, excluded for following Jesus, leap for joy, Sermon on the Plain NLT, Christian contemplative podcast, 2 Minute Disciple, persecution and reward, suffering for Christ, short Christian devotional In Luke 6:22–23 (NLT), Jesus blesses those who are hated, excluded, mocked, and cursed as evil because they follow Him. He tells them to rejoice and “leap for joy,” promising a great reward in heaven and solidarity with the ancient prophets.
🎯In this episode, we bring our fears of rejection to Jesus and ask Him for courage and joy in following Him openly.

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]]> Episode 296: Matthew 5:9–10 — Peacemakers and the Persecuted (Daily Devotional Podcast) https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/296 eacb233e-8ce7-4c15-8f7c-d8555ea9ca73 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 296 Matthew 5:9–10 — Peacemakers and the Persecuted (Daily Devotional Podcast) full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 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. 6:33 no In Matthew 5:9–10 (NLT), Jesus blesses those who work for peace and those who are persecuted for doing right, promising them the name “children of God” and the Kingdom of Heaven. 🎯Today, we consider where we might be called to step into peacemaking and where we might need courage to stand for what is right. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day89matthew5910peacemakersandthepersecuted) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) Matthew 5:9-10 devotional, blessed are the peacemakers, persecuted for righteousness, Beatitudes NLT, Christian contemplative podcast, 2 Minute Disciple, children of God, working for peace, short Christian devotional In Matthew 5:9–10 (NLT), Jesus blesses those who work for peace and those who are persecuted for doing right, promising them the name “children of God” and the Kingdom of Heaven.
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]]> Episode 289: Matthew 12:15–21 — The Gentle Servant (Daily Devotional Podcast) https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/289 fdba9db6-e439-48f2-bb22-71c43e933b7f Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 289 Matthew 12:15–21 — The Gentle Servant (Daily Devotional Podcast) full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 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. 7:13 no In Matthew 12:15–21 (NLT), Jesus withdraws from conflict, heals many, and fulfills Isaiah’s prophecy of the Servant: loved by God, filled with the Spirit, gently caring for the weak, and ultimately bringing justice. 🎯Today, we rest in the truth that Jesus doesn’t crush weak reeds or snuff out flickering candles—and that His name is the hope of the world. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day82matthew121521thegentleservant) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) Matthew 12:15-21 devotional, He will not crush the weakest reed, flickering candle, Isaiah’s servant prophecy, Christian contemplative podcast, 2 Minute Disciple, NLT Bible meditation, gentleness of Jesus, hope of all the world, short Christian devotional In Matthew 12:15–21 (NLT), Jesus withdraws from conflict, heals many, and fulfills Isaiah’s prophecy of the Servant: loved by God, filled with the Spirit, gently caring for the weak, and ultimately bringing justice.
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]]> Episode 262: Matthew 8:2–4 — If You Are Willing (Daily Devotional Podcast)
 https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/262 23798d38-aea9-45fc-b2fc-71c10820d050 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 262 Matthew 8:2–4 — If You Are Willing (Daily Devotional Podcast)
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Matthew 8:2–4 shows Jesus healing with compassion and willingness. This devotional encourages listeners to receive His touch and share His willingness with others. 6:56 no In Matthew 8:2–4, a man with leprosy kneels before Jesus, wondering if He is willing to heal. Jesus’ answer is immediate: “I am willing.” This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to receive His willingness in our own lives and extend it to others. 🎯 Exercise: I Am Willing — Look for someone who feels overlooked or excluded, and show them kindness as a reflection of Jesus’ heart. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day55matthew824ifyouarewilling) ⭐️Review (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-minute-disciple-daily-devotional-podcast/id1598029074) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) Matthew 8:2–4 devotional, I am willing, daily devotional podcast, compassion of Jesus, gospel of Matthew daily study, healing the outcast, kindness of Jesus, restoring dignity, short podcast on Matthew 8:2–4, Lectio Divina Matthew 8:2–4, daily devotional on compassion, how to show Jesus’ love to others In Matthew 8:2–4, a man with leprosy kneels before Jesus, wondering if He is willing to heal. Jesus’ answer is immediate: “I am willing.” This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to receive His willingness in our own lives and extend it to others.
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]]> Episode 250: Episode 43 — Matthew 4:13–16 — Light in the Darkness https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/250 185da4e0-1829-4fab-9cf4-709e2edac005 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 250 Episode 43 — Matthew 4:13–16 — Light in the Darkness full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” Matthew 4:13–16 reveals Jesus as the great light in dark places. This devotional challenges listeners to receive His light and reflect it through everyday acts of kindness. 6:37 no In Matthew 4:13–16, Jesus fulfills Isaiah’s prophecy as the great light shining in the darkness. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to let His light shine into our lives and reflect it to others through even the smallest acts of kindness. 🎯 Exercise: Acts of Kindness — Pick up something someone drops today. It may seem small, but it’s a tangible way to reflect Jesus’ light. Offer a kind word or smile as you help. If the opportunity arises, let them know you wanted to brighten their day because God’s light has brightened yours. These small mom ents can open doors for bigger conversations about the source of that light. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day43matthew41316lightinthedarkness) 🎙️VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) Matthew 4:13–16 devotional, light in darkness, daily devotional podcast, prophecy fulfilled, gospel of Matthew daily study, shine God’s light, hope in Christ, small acts of kindness, short podcast on Matthew 4:13–16, Lectio Divina Matthew 4:13–16, daily devotional on God’s light, how to reflect Christ’s light In Matthew 4:13–16, Jesus fulfills Isaiah’s prophecy as the great light shining in the darkness. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to let His light shine into our lives and reflect it to others through even the smallest acts of kindness.
🎯 Exercise: Acts of Kindness — Pick up something someone drops today. It may seem small, but it’s a tangible way to reflect Jesus’ light. Offer a kind word or smile as you help. If the opportunity arises, let them know you wanted to brighten their day because God’s light has brightened yours. These small mom ents can open doors for bigger conversations about the source of that light.

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🎯 Exercise: Acts of Kindness — Pick up something someone drops today. It may seem small, but it’s a tangible way to reflect Jesus’ light. Offer a kind word or smile as you help. If the opportunity arises, let them know you wanted to brighten their day because God’s light has brightened yours. These small mom ents can open doors for bigger conversations about the source of that light.

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