This daily podcast is a chapter a day approach to studying the Gospels to get a clear picture of Jesus and discover how to follow Him. We will read the chapter together and our host, Nick Oyler will give his 2 minute observations. This is a great way to g

In Luke 5:12–13, Jesus heals a man with advanced leprosy by reaching out and touching him — restoring not only his body but his dignity. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to let Jesus touch the “untouchable” places in our lives and to extend His 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.

In Mark 1:40–45, Jesus heals a man with leprosy by touching him — an act of compassion that restores both body and dignity. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to receive His touch and extend it to others.

In Luke 4:42–44, Jesus leaves the comfort of one town to preach the Good News elsewhere, staying true to His mission. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to step beyond what's familiar to follow God's call.

In Matthew 4:23–25, Jesus travels throughout Galilee teaching the Good News and healing every kind of sickness. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to receive His healing and share His hope with others.

In this 2 Minute Disciple daily devotional, we read Mark 1:35–39, where Jesus rises early to pray in a solitary place before continuing His mission. This short Christian devotional invites you to seek quiet time with the Father to find clarity, purpose, and strength.

In this 2 Minute Disciple daily devotional, we walk through Luke 4:38–41, where Jesus heals Simon's mother‑in‑law and every person brought to Him that evening. This short devotional challenges us to bring others to Jesus for His healing touch and hope.

In this 2 Minute Disciple daily devotional, we read Matthew 8:14–17, where Jesus heals Peter's mother‑in‑law and fulfills Isaiah's prophecy that He would carry our sicknesses and burdens. This short Christian devotional invites you to lay your burdens down and trust Jesus to carry what feels too heavy.

In Mark 1:29–34, Jesus heals Simon's mother-in-law and ministers to a crowd gathered at the door. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reminds us to invite Jesus into the personal spaces of our lives and watch Him work.

In Luke 4:31–37, Jesus demonstrates His authority over evil spirits, setting a man free with a single command. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reminds us that the same authority is at work in our lives today.

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.

In Matthew 4:18–22, the first disciples immediately leave their nets to follow Jesus. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to respond to God's call without delay, taking a “Step Now” toward obedience today.

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.

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.

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.

In John 4:36–42, Jesus teaches that in God's kingdom, some plant while others harvest — and both roles are essential. The Samaritan woman planted seeds with her testimony, and Jesus harvested as many came to believe. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites you to joyfully serve in whatever role God assigns you, knowing that both sowing and reaping bring eternal reward.

In John 4:32–35, Jesus reveals that His nourishment comes from doing God's will. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to wake up to the harvest around us and find joy in obedience.

In John 4:27–31, the Samaritan woman leaves her water jar to tell her village about Jesus. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to consider what we might need to leave behind to follow Him fully.

In John 4:20–26, Jesus tells the Samaritan woman that true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth — and then reveals, “I Am the Messiah!” This 2 Minute Disciple devotional urges us to recognize that Jesus is right here with us, inviting us to worship Him wholeheartedly.

In John 4:11–19, Jesus speaks of living water that becomes a bubbling spring within, giving eternal life. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reminds us that Jesus loves to go beyond surface conversations, revealing our true condition so we can be healed.

In John 4:4–10, Jesus asks a Samaritan woman for a drink, breaking cultural barriers to offer her living water. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to seek out the lonely and disregarded, engaging them in conversations that point to Jesus.

In John 3:29–36, John the Baptist declares, “He must become greater and greater, and I must become less and less.” This 2 Minute Disciple devotional calls us to bring Jesus into focus in our lives and let ourselves fade into the background, making Him the center of attention.

In John 3:22–28, John the Baptist reminds his disciples that his role is to prepare the way for Jesus, not to overshadow Him. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional encourages us to embrace the unique role God has given us in His kingdom and to execute it faithfully for His glory.

In John 3:14–21, Jesus explains that just as Moses lifted up the bronze snake in the wilderness, the Son of Man must be lifted up so that all who believe may have eternal life. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to step into the light — allowing our sins to be exposed, forgiven, and replaced with Christ's righteousness — and reminds us that God's love is the reason He sent His Son to save the world, not condemn it.

In this powerful conclusion to our Gospel of Mark Study, Nick Oyler explores Mark 16 and the unstoppable advance of Jesus' kingdom. From the empty tomb to the Great Commission, this episode invites you to see, hear, and respond to the risen Christ. With reflection questions, spiritual exercises, and encouragement to walk closely with Jesus, this is a fitting finale to Season 4 of the 2 Minute Disciple Podcast.

In John 3:1–8, Jesus tells Nicodemus that no one can see the Kingdom of God unless they are born again — not by physical birth, but by the Spirit. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional explores the mystery of spiritual rebirth and invites us to rely fully on the Holy Spirit to transform our hearts and open our eyes to God's kingdom work.

In John 2:23–25, many begin to trust in Jesus because of His miracles, yet He doesn't place His trust in them—He knows what is in every heart. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to open our hearts fully to Him, trusting His transforming work in our lives.

In John 2:13–17, Jesus enters the Temple during Passover and drives out merchants and money changers, showing His deep passion for His Father's house. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reminds us to guard the sacred spaces in our lives, keeping them free from distraction so we can meet with God wholeheartedly.

In John 2:1–11, Jesus performs His first miracle at a wedding in Cana, turning water into wine and revealing His glory. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reminds us that God often reveals His glory through His provision in our everyday lives — and invites us to respond with belief.

In John 1:43–51, Philip meets Jesus and can't keep it to himself — he invites Nathanael to “come and see.” This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to share Jesus with others, both in our personal relationships and through our online presence.

In Luke 4:22–30, Jesus speaks truth in His hometown, but it strikes a nerve and leads to anger. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to respond to conviction with repentance rather than resistance.

In Luke 4:16–21, Jesus reads from Isaiah and declares that He has come to bring Good News to the poor, freedom to the oppressed, and sight to the blind. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites us to consider what we need from God right now and how we can extend His favor to others.

In this powerful episode of An Apprenticeship to Jesus: Gospel of Mark Study, we journey through Mark 15, witnessing Jesus' crucifixion, death, and burial. Nick Oyler guides listeners through the sobering events of Golgotha, the courage of Joseph of Arimathea, and the unwavering devotion of the women who stayed close. Discover what Jesus said, what He did, and how His example calls us to live differently this week. Includes practical spiritual exercises to deepen your walk with Christ.

In Luke 4:13–15, Jesus returns to Galilee filled with the Holy Spirit's power after His time of temptation. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to stop relying on our own strength and instead surrender to the Spirit's power in our lives and ministries.

In Matthew 4:1–11, Jesus stands firm against Satan's temptations by responding with God's Word. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional encourages us to hide Scripture in our hearts so we can stand strong in moments of testing.

In Mark 1:11–13, Jesus is affirmed by God's voice and then led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where He is tempted by Satan for forty days. This 2 Minute Discipledevotional reflects on His victory over temptation and how we can stand firm in ours.

In Luke 3:21–23, Jesus is baptized, the Holy Spirit descends on Him like a dove, and God declares His love and joy over His Son. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reflects on how, because we are in Christ, God's love and joy extend to us as well.

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.

)In Mark 1:7–8, John the Baptist humbly points to Jesus, declaring that He is far greater and will baptize with the Holy Spirit. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional calls us to examine whether our lives are pointing people to Christ — the only One who saves and gives abundant life.

In Luke 3:11–14, John the Baptist gives clear, practical instructions for living out repentance: share with those in need, act with integrity, treat others fairly, and be content. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to put our faith into action with generosity and love.

In this week's episode of An Apprenticeship to Jesus, Nick Oyler takes us deep into Mark 14 — a pivotal chapter where Jesus prepares for His betrayal, demonstrates profound compassion, and models unwavering obedience to God's will. From the anointing at Bethany to the Last Supper, Gethsemane's agony, and Peter's denial, this passage reveals the heart of Christ in the face of suffering. Listen in for practical ways to live with spiritual alertness, compassion, and trust in God this week.

In Luke 3:9–10, John the Baptist challenges the crowds to produce good fruit or face God's judgment. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional invites you to examine the fruit in your life and let the Holy Spirit produce His character in you.

In Matthew 3:5–8, John the Baptist calls the Pharisees and Sadducees to prove their repentance by the way they live. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional challenges us to examine whether our actions reflect a true change of heart.

In Luke 3:2–3, God's message comes to John while he is in the wilderness — away from the noise, in a place where he can truly listen. This 2 Minute Disciple devotional reflects on how we, too, can hear God's voice more clearly when we quiet the noise in our lives.

Mark 1:1–6 introduces John the Baptist, the messenger sent to prepare the way for Jesus. We reflect on the people God uses to point us back to Him and the changes we need to make in response.

Luke 2:51–52 describes Jesus growing in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and people. We reflect on our own growth and how we can live in a way that pleases God and blesses others.

Luke 2:39–50 recounts how Mary and Joseph frantically searched for Jesus, only to find Him in the temple amazing the teachers with His understanding. We reflect on moving from frantic to amazed by slowing down and listening to God.

In Matthew 2:13–18, Joseph is warned in a dream to flee to Egypt with Mary and Jesus. Herod's brutal actions fulfill prophecy, reminding us that God keeps His word in ways we may not understand.

In this week's study, Nick Oyler guides listeners through Mark 13, where Jesus prepares His disciples for the end times. Together, we explore themes of vigilance, endurance, and trust in God's plan. With practical weekly exercises—compassion, scripture memory, and slowing down—you'll be equipped to live faithfully in uncertain times.

In Matthew 2:1–12, wise men from the east follow a star to find the newborn King. Their journey leads them to worship Jesus and offer Him gifts. Today we reflect on what it means to seek and honor Christ in our own lives.

Luke 2:21–38 introduces Simeon and Anna, who recognized the Messiah when Mary and Joseph brought Him to the temple. Today we reflect on keeping our eyes, ears, and hearts open so we don't miss Jesus in our daily lives.