web02.fireside.fm Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:34:31 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Obedience” https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/tags/obedience Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 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 273: John 5:10–12 — When Obedience Offends (Daily Devotional Podcast) https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/273 5b239531-bbe0-4574-974e-c6b828566b0b Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 273 John 5:10–12 — When Obedience Offends (Daily Devotional Podcast) full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” In this contemplative Christian devotional episode, Nick Oyler reflects on John 5:10–12 in the New Living Translation (NLT). After Jesus heals the man at the pool of Bethesda, the Jewish leaders object because he is carrying his mat on the Sabbath. Listeners are invited to notice how the focus can shift from God’s transforming work to rule‑keeping and appearance. Through brief meditation and a practical exercise, you’ll be encouraged to see and affirm the miracle of God’s work in your life and in others, even when it doesn’t fit neatly into expectations. 6:41 no We listen in as the healed man from the pool of Bethesda is confronted by religious leaders in John 5:10–12 (NLT). Instead of celebrating his healing, they criticize him for carrying his mat on the Sabbath. 🎯Today, we reflect on how easy it is to focus on rules and miss the miracle—and how obedience to Jesus sometimes offends the expectations of others. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day66john51012whenobedienceoffends) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) John 5:10-12 devotional, healed man carrying mat, Sabbath controversy, Jesus and Jewish leaders, Christian contemplative podcast, 2 Minute Disciple, NLT Bible meditation, obedience to Jesus, religious rules vs grace, short Christian devotional We listen in as the healed man from the pool of Bethesda is confronted by religious leaders in John 5:10–12 (NLT). Instead of celebrating his healing, they criticize him for carrying his mat on the Sabbath.
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]]> We listen in as the healed man from the pool of Bethesda is confronted by religious leaders in John 5:10–12 (NLT). Instead of celebrating his healing, they criticize him for carrying his mat on the Sabbath.
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]]> Episode 272: John 5:7–9 — Get Up, Pick Up, Walk (Daily Devotional Podcast) https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/272 98f33566-9791-4788-af6e-215e9a075a1f Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 272 John 5:7–9 — Get Up, Pick Up, Walk (Daily Devotional Podcast) full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” This contemplative episode of 2 Minute Disciple focuses on John 5:7–9a in the New Living Translation (NLT). The sick man at the pool of Bethesda explains to Jesus why he can’t be healed, but Jesus responds with a powerful command: “Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk!” You’ll reflect on how your own “I can’t” narratives hold you back, and how Jesus’ word invites you into new obedience and freedom. A simple “One Small Step” exercise helps you respond in a practical way today. 6:31 no We continue the story at the pool of Bethesda with John 5:7–9 (NLT). After explaining why he “can’t” be healed, the man hears Jesus say, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk!” Instantly, he is healed. 🎯Today, we listen for the places in our own lives where we feel stuck in “I can’t,” and we ask what it might look like to respond to Jesus’ call to get up and walk. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day65john579getuppickupwalk) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) John 5:7-9 devotional, stand up pick up your mat and walk, healing at Bethesda, Jesus’ command, Christian contemplative podcast, 2 Minute Disciple, NLT Bible study, overcoming spiritual stuckness, short Christian devotional, daily Bible reflection We continue the story at the pool of Bethesda with John 5:7–9 (NLT). After explaining why he “can’t” be healed, the man hears Jesus say, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk!” Instantly, he is healed.
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]]> We continue the story at the pool of Bethesda with John 5:7–9 (NLT). After explaining why he “can’t” be healed, the man hears Jesus say, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk!” Instantly, he is healed.
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]]> Episode 253: Episode 46 — Luke 5:1–11— From Nets to Mission https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/253 cf489c95-6917-4da9-ace6-d66ad20c121f Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 253 Episode 46 — Luke 5:1–11— From Nets to Mission full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” Luke 5:1–11 shows obedience leading to abundance and mission. This devotional challenges listeners to trust Jesus in areas of disappointment and go deeper in faith. 7:56 no In Luke 5:1–11, Peter obeys Jesus’ command to go deeper and experiences abundance — then leaves everything to follow Him. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to trust Jesus in areas of disappointment and “Go Deeper” in faith today. 🎯 Exercise: Go Deeper — Identify an area of disappointment or emptiness in your life. Invite Jesus into it, and take one intentional step in faith today. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day46luke5111fromnetstomission) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) Luke 5:1–11 devotional, go deeper, daily devotional podcast, fishing for people, gospel of Luke daily study, obedience to Jesus, mission calling, trusting God after disappointment, short podcast on Luke 5:1–11, Lectio Divina Luke 5:1–11, daily devotional on mission, how to trust God in hard seasons In Luke 5:1–11, Peter obeys Jesus’ command to go deeper and experiences abundance — then leaves everything to follow Him. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to trust Jesus in areas of disappointment and “Go Deeper” in faith today.

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]]> Episode 251: Episode 44 — Mark 1:16–20 — Called to Follow https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/251 bd201054-fb64-46da-add6-64c6a4f57d0f Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 251 Episode 44 — Mark 1:16–20 — Called to Follow full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” Mark 1:16–20 shows the disciples leaving their nets immediately to follow Jesus. This devotional challenges listeners to lay down distractions and comforts to fully follow Him. 7:30 no In Mark 1:16–20, Jesus calls His first disciples in the middle of their ordinary workday. With no hesitation, they drop their nets, leave behind everything familiar, and follow Him into the unknown. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites you to step into that moment, feel the weight of the choice, and take your own step of faith by “dropping your net” today. 🎯 Exercise: Drop Your Net — Write down one distraction or comfort that’s keeping you from fully following Jesus. Tear it up or throw it away as a symbol of letting go. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day44mark11620calledtofollow) 🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) Mark 1:16–20 devotional, called to follow, daily devotional podcast, drop your net, gospel of Mark daily study, discipleship call, immediate obedience, leaving nets behind, short podcast on Mark 1:16–20, Lectio Divina Mark 1:16–20, daily devotional on following Jesus, how to leave behind distractions for God In Mark 1:16–20, Jesus calls His first disciples in the middle of their ordinary workday. With no hesitation, they drop their nets, leave behind everything familiar, and follow Him into the unknown. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites you to step into that moment, feel the weight of the choice, and take your own step of faith by “dropping your net” today.

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]]> In Mark 1:16–20, Jesus calls His first disciples in the middle of their ordinary workday. With no hesitation, they drop their nets, leave behind everything familiar, and follow Him into the unknown. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites you to step into that moment, feel the weight of the choice, and take your own step of faith by “dropping your net” today.

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]]> Episode 249: Episode 42 — John 4:46–54 — Faith That Acts https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/249 c87cc511-f33d-4ac1-846c-2c7b0b26150c Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:45:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 249 Episode 42 — John 4:46–54 — Faith That Acts full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 
John 4:46–54 shows faith in action as a father obeys Jesus before seeing the miracle. This devotional urges listeners to trust God’s word fully. 7:49 no In John 4:46–54, a father believes Jesus’ words and acts before seeing the miracle. This devotional challenges us to trust and obey God’s word without waiting for proof. 🎯 Exercise: Spiritual Awareness — Invite God into a task before you begin. 📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day42john44654taiththatacts) 🎙️VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) John 4:46–54 devotional, faith in action, daily devotional podcast, trusting God’s word, gospel of John daily study, obedience before proof, healing miracle, belief without sight, short podcast on John 4:46–54, Lectio Divina John 4:46–54, daily devotional on faith, how to trust God’s word In John 4:46–54, a father believes Jesus’ words and acts before seeing the miracle. This devotional challenges us to trust and obey God’s word without waiting for proof.
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]]> Episode 225: Episode 21 — Matthew 3:12–15 — Doing What God Requires https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/225 fa219286-146b-47cb-8240-e1a5d22bf11e Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” 225 Episode 21 — Matthew 3:12–15 — Doing What God Requires full 5 Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple” Matthew 3:12–15 shows Jesus’ commitment to fulfilling all that God requires. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional connects His words to Micah 6:8 and invites listeners to examine whether their lives align with God’s requirements. 6:10 no In Matthew 3:12–15, Jesus tells John the Baptist that His baptism must be done to fulfill all that God requires. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reflects on Micah 6:8 and challenges us to live out God’s requirements by doing what is right, loving mercy, and walking humbly with Him. 🎯 Exercise: Brag on God today — tell someone the story of how He answered a prayer in your life. 📖 Follow Along Here (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day-21-matthew-3-12-15-doing-what-god-requires) Matthew 3:12–15 devotional, doing what God requires, daily devotional podcast, obedience to God, Jesus’ baptism devotional, gospel of Matthew daily study, Micah 6:8 reflection, short podcast on Matthew 3:12–15, Lectio Divina Matthew 3:12–15, daily devotional on obedience, how to do what God requires In Matthew 3:12–15, Jesus tells John the Baptist that His baptism must be done to fulfill all that God requires. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reflects on Micah 6:8 and challenges us to live out God’s requirements by doing what is right, loving mercy, and walking humbly with Him.
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]]> In Matthew 3:12–15, Jesus tells John the Baptist that His baptism must be done to fulfill all that God requires. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reflects on Micah 6:8 and challenges us to live out God’s requirements by doing what is right, loving mercy, and walking humbly with Him.
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