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The Disciples Journal

The Disciples Journal

By: That Sounds Fun Network
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 The Disciples Journal documents the everyday life of following Jesus, offering practical steps, insights, and encouragement to help you get closer to God. Join host Darin Starks as he shares personal stories, the experiences of others, and gospel-driven perspectives from the Bible, providing the guidance you need to walk with Jesus in your everyday life and stay focused on Him.© 2023 The Disciples Journal Podcast Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • What It Really Means to Be a Child of God (You’ve Probably Missed This)

    What It Really Means to Be a Child of God (You’ve Probably Missed This)
    Jun 11 2025
    What if you’re not supposed to carry all of this on your own? In today’s episode of The Disciples Journal, we’re digging into 1 John 3:1–2 and what it really means to be called a child of God. This isn’t just poetic language—it's a powerful truth that reshapes how you see your past, your worth, and your daily dependence on God. We explore how your identity as God's child frees you from performance, striving, and self-reliance. You'll hear why God's design was never for you to carry the weight of life alone—and how the way He fathers us changes everything. This episode is also part of a special June series that flows directly from my daily devotional podcast After God’s Heart, where we go even deeper every single morning. You can try it free for 7 days and experience what it means to walk with God—not just believe in Him. Sign up for my daily devotional podcast today: https://www.patreon.com/c/afterGodsheart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • Why God Doesn’t Want to Erase Your Past (and What He Does Instead)

    Why God Doesn’t Want to Erase Your Past (and What He Does Instead)
    Jun 9 2025
    What if God doesn’t want to erase your past… but redeem it? In this first episode of our June series, Identity in Christ, I’m diving into 2 Corinthians 5:17—“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation.” But what does that actually mean for your everyday life? And what does it reveal about God’s heart? We’re unpacking why your past doesn’t disqualify you, how God meets you in the darkest places, and why real transformation isn’t about pretending you’ve never messed up—it’s about knowing who’s holding your story now. If this resonates with you, After God’s Heart, my daily devotional podcast on Patreon, is where we go even deeper into verses just like this—every single day. It's not about more information; it's about learning how to walk with God in real time and see His heart in every word of Scripture. You can even try it out free for 7 days Join After God's Heart Today: https://www.patreon.com/c/afterGodsheart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • God Doesn’t Want Perfection—He Wants THIS | Part 6

    God Doesn’t Want Perfection—He Wants THIS | Part 6
    May 26 2025
    Are you actually repenting… or just feeling bad? In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I’m unpacking what true repentance really means—and why it’s more than just saying “I’m sorry.” We’re breaking down the difference between worldly sorrow and godly sorrow, what it means to “make room” for God in your life, and why repentance is ultimately about relationship, not religion. From personal stories to powerful Scripture (Romans 2:4, Acts 26, 2 Corinthians 7:10), this episode challenges you to stop settling for half-hearted faith and start living in the fullness of life that Jesus offers. Repentance is the response the gospel demands. And it’s not out of guilt—it’s a response to His kindness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 mins
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