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    <title>2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Persecution”</title>
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    <description>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.
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    <itunes:subtitle>Slow down. Meet Jesus. Let His Word shape your day.</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>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.
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  <title>Episode 299: Luke 6:22–23 — When Following Costs You (Daily Devotional Podcast)</title>
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  <itunes:episode>299</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Luke 6:22–23 — When Following Costs You (Daily Devotional Podcast)</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>6:44</itunes:duration>
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  <description>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)
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    <![CDATA[<p>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.<br>
🎯In this episode, we bring our fears of rejection to Jesus and ask Him for courage and joy in following Him openly.</p>

<p>📖<a href="https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day92luke62223whenfollowingcostsyou" rel="nofollow">Follow Along</a><br>
🎁<a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership" rel="nofollow">VIP</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>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.<br>
🎯In this episode, we bring our fears of rejection to Jesus and ask Him for courage and joy in following Him openly.</p>

<p>📖<a href="https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day92luke62223whenfollowingcostsyou" rel="nofollow">Follow Along</a><br>
🎁<a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership" rel="nofollow">VIP</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 297: Matthew 5:11–12 — Joy in the Opposition (Daily Devotional Podcast</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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  <itunes:episode>297</itunes:episode>
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  <itunes:author>Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This contemplative devotional episode reflects on Matthew 5:11–12 in the New Living Translation (NLT). Jesus concludes the Beatitudes by addressing the reality of persecution and slander for His followers, yet calling them blessed and inviting them to rejoice in their heavenly reward.
Host Nick Oyler encourages listeners to see their suffering for Christ in light of His own rejection and the witness of the prophets. A simple “prayer in the moment” after tasks helps you stay aware of belonging to Him throughout the day.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>6:09</itunes:duration>
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  <description>In Matthew 5:11–12 (NLT), Jesus blesses those who are mocked, persecuted, and lied about because they follow Him. He calls them to rejoice, promising a great reward in heaven and solidarity with the ancient prophets.
🎯Today, we bring our own experiences of misunderstanding and opposition to Jesus and ask for His strength and joy.
📖Follow Along (https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day90march31matthew51112joyintheopposition)
🎁VIP (https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership) 
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    <![CDATA[<p>In Matthew 5:11–12 (NLT), Jesus blesses those who are mocked, persecuted, and lied about because they follow Him. He calls them to rejoice, promising a great reward in heaven and solidarity with the ancient prophets.<br>
🎯Today, we bring our own experiences of misunderstanding and opposition to Jesus and ask for His strength and joy.</p>

<p>📖<a href="https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day90march31matthew51112joyintheopposition" rel="nofollow">Follow Along</a><br>
🎁<a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership" rel="nofollow">VIP</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>In Matthew 5:11–12 (NLT), Jesus blesses those who are mocked, persecuted, and lied about because they follow Him. He calls them to rejoice, promising a great reward in heaven and solidarity with the ancient prophets.<br>
🎯Today, we bring our own experiences of misunderstanding and opposition to Jesus and ask for His strength and joy.</p>

<p>📖<a href="https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day90march31matthew51112joyintheopposition" rel="nofollow">Follow Along</a><br>
🎁<a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership" rel="nofollow">VIP</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 296: Matthew 5:9–10 — Peacemakers and the Persecuted (Daily Devotional Podcast)</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”</author>
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  <itunes:episode>296</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Matthew 5:9–10 — Peacemakers and the Persecuted (Daily Devotional Podcast)</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
  <itunes:author>Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>6:33</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>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)
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    <![CDATA[<p>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.<br>
🎯Today, we consider where we might be called to step into peacemaking and where we might need courage to stand for what is right.</p>

<p>📖<a href="https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day89matthew5910peacemakersandthepersecuted" rel="nofollow">Follow Along</a><br>
🎁<a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership" rel="nofollow">VIP</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>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.<br>
🎯Today, we consider where we might be called to step into peacemaking and where we might need courage to stand for what is right.</p>

<p>📖<a href="https://2minutedisciple.fireside.fm/articles/day89matthew5910peacemakersandthepersecuted" rel="nofollow">Follow Along</a><br>
🎁<a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple/membership" rel="nofollow">VIP</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 98: Acts Chapter 8</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
  <author>Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”</author>
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  <itunes:episode>98</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Acts Chapter 8</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
  <itunes:author>Nick Oyler | Host of the Daily Bible Devotional Podcast “2 Minute Disciple”</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>God moved the church out of it's comfort zone and into the zone that he wanted them. Is he doing that today?</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>5:45</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>God moved the church out of it's comfort zone and into the zone that he wanted them. Is he doing that today? 
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    <![CDATA[<p>God moved the church out of it&#39;s comfort zone and into the zone that he wanted them. Is he doing that today?</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>God moved the church out of it&#39;s comfort zone and into the zone that he wanted them. Is he doing that today?</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/2minutedisciple">Support 2 Minute Disciple | Daily Devotional Podcast</a></p>]]>
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