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Episode 398: What Do You Expect? | John 7:25-31 | 2 Minute Disciple Podcast Ep. 193
Episode | July 19th, 2026 | Season 5 | 9 mins 31 secs
2 minute disciple, bible study, christian podcast, daily devotional, discipleship, encountering jesus, expectations, faith, faith journey, god's way, jesus identity, john 7, spiritual growth, spiritual meditation, trust in jesus
Discover how your expectations shape what you're able to see in this transformative study of John 7:25-31. When Jesus appears, some dismiss Him because He doesn't match their expectations of what the Messiah should look like. Others see the same Jesus and recognize Him through His miracles and teaching. This episode explores how our preconceived ideas limit our ability to recognize Jesus and experience His fullness. Learn why releasing small expectations opens you to being surprised by who Jesus truly is and what He's actually doing in your life. Through contemplative meditation and honest reflection, examine the expectations you bring to Jesus and discover where they're limiting your faith. This episode will expand your vision of who Jesus is and deepen your trust in His way.
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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
2 minute disciple, bible study, christian giving, christian podcast, daily devotional, discipleship, financial faith, generosity, generosity practice, god's provision, matthew 17, spiritual growth, spiritual meditation, stewardship, trust in jesus
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.