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The Disciples Journal
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 gui...
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God Wants to Free You from Shame (Here’s How)
Feeling trapped by shame? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore Genesis 3 and Exodus 34:6 to see how God’s mercy and faithfulness meet us even...
Why Trusting God Is Hard (And What Actually Changes That)
Why does trusting God feel so difficult even when we believe He is faithful?
In this episode I look at Exodus 34:6 where God describes Himself a...
What Really Matters in Your 20s (It’s Not What You Think)
Have you ever wondered, “What am I really here for?” I used to think purpose and significance were reserved for pastors, leaders, or people who seemed...
If You Feel Lost in Your 20s, Watch This.
Ever feel like your faith is just going through the motions? In this episode, I share how true intimacy with God isn’t about doing more it’s about abi...
Feeling Empty Inside? Here’s What You’re Really Missing
Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “Why do I still feel empty when everything seems fine?”
You’ve got goals, friends, maybe e...
How to Know If It’s GOD or Just Your Thoughts
Have you ever thought you heard God… but later realized it might’ve just been you?
I used to feel so confident about what I thought God was sayi...
How to Read the Bible (And Actually Hear God’s Voice)
Most people read the Bible to get information — but God gave it to us for intimacy.
In this episode, I’ll show you how one simple question can t...
How I Fell Back in Love With God (And How You Can Too)
There was a time when God had all of me — my attention, my affection, my heart. But somewhere along the way, I got distracted by doing all the right t...
Why You Can’t Hear God (and How to Fix It)
Have you ever wondered if God’s gone quiet… or if you’ve just stopped listening? In this episode, I talk about what it really means to hear the voice...
The ONE Verse Every Christian Man Must Know
Who told you what it means to be a man? Culture shouts that your worth comes from money, women, and status—but God says something entirely different....
How I Turned My Bible Study Time into a Conversation with God
What if the reason you’ve never really “heard God” isn’t because He’s silent—but because you’ve been approaching the Bible the wrong way? In this epis...
This One Scripture Ended My Lukewarm Faith
One Bible verse completely ended my lukewarm faith. I know that sounds wild, but it’s true — this verse flipped everything for me and showed me what i...
This Bible Verse Will Change How You See God Forever
I’m starting a new series called Darin’s Diary. Every Monday, I’ll be sharing something real that I’m learning about God as I dig into His Word for my...
The Invisible Sin That Destroys Your Intimacy with God
The biggest thing blocking your intimacy with God isn’t what you think. For years, I believed distance from Him was only about my sin. But what I disc...
How I Went From Lukewarm to On Fire for God
If you’ve ever felt like you’ve drifted from God, like that fire you once had for Him has faded, this one’s for you. I know what it’s like to think yo...
How I Built my Confidence As A Christian (Self Worth Through God)
I didn’t realize how much of my confidence was wrapped up in how people saw me… until God started stripping that away.
In this epi...
How I Fell in Love with God Again (And You Can Too)
I used to think I peaked in my relationship with God—that the passion I had in high school was something I’d never get back. But what I’ve learned is...
Life Update + The Biggest Lie I Believed About God
This one’s real personal.
I just felt like it was time to slow down and let you all l in on what’s really been happening behind th...
The #1 Reason You Still Feel Distant From God (And How to Fix It)
This might be one of the most important conversations we’ve had yet.
In today’s episode of The Disciples Journal, we’re diving deep into what it...
The One Change That Will Restore Your Walk With God
What if the real reason you feel distant from God… is something you’ve been overlooking?
In today’s episode of The Disciples Journ...
Most Christians Are Struggling With This (This Destroys Your Faith)
Do you know God, or do you just know about Him?
That question cuts deep—and it’s exactly what we’re unpacking in today’s episode.
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This Is God’s Purpose for Your Life — And It’s Bigger Than You Think
What if your story is the key to someone else's salvation?
In today’s episode of The Disciples Journal, we’re digging into 1 Peter 2:9 and uncov...
This Is the One Thing God Wants You to Do Every Day
What if your purpose isn’t just about what you do — but how you love?
In today’s episode, we’re diving into Ephesians 5:1–2 to uncover a purpose...
You Don’t Need a Title to Represent God — Genesis 1 Shatters That Lie
What if your title didn’t determine your calling?
In this episode, I’m digging into one of the biggest lies we’ve believed in church cult...
This Verse Changes the Way You See Yourself Forever
What if the reason you’re questioning your worth… is because you’ve been listening to the wrong story about why you’re here?
In this episode of...
How to Find Your Identity in Christ
What if the reason you don’t feel confident in who you are… is because you’ve never seen God clearly?
In this final episode of our June identity...
You Don’t Have to Earn God’s Love — Here’s Why
Are you trying to earn what God has already freely given you?
In this episode of The Disciples Journal, we explore the liberating truth o...
Why God Cares What You Do With Your Body (And Mind)
Does your daily life reflect the fact that God lives in you?
In this powerful episode of The Disciples Journal, we unpack what it really...
This Is The Sign God Is Preparing You For More
What does your life say about the God you claim to follow?
In today’s episode of The Disciples Journal, we’re unpacking what it really me...
What It Really Means to Be a Child of God (You’ve Probably Missed This)
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–...
Why God Doesn’t Want to Erase Your Past (and What He Does Instead)
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...
God Doesn’t Want Perfection—He Wants THIS | Part 6
Are you actually repenting… or just feeling bad?
In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I’m unpacking what true repentance really mean...
Why You’ll Never Be “Good Enough” for God—and Why That’s Good News | Part 5
What if the only thing standing between you and God… is a simple yes?
In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I unpack what it means th...
Why the Resurrection of Jesus Changes Everything | Part 4
What if I told you the resurrection of Jesus isn’t just something we celebrate—it’s everything we stand on?
In this episode of The Discip...
Jesus Lived the Life You Couldn’t—Here’s Why That Matters (Part 3)
What if Jesus didn’t just die for you—but also lived for you?
Most of us focus on the cross, but miss the equally powerful truth: Jesus l...
You’ll Never See Jesus the Same After This | Part 2
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Has God ever felt distance in your life? In today’...
The Truth About the Gospel Nobody Tells You | Part 1
What if we’ve misunderstood the Gospel all along? In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the parts of the Gospel we often overlook or avoid. This...
3 Things I Wish I Knew SOONER As A Christian
Have you ever questioned your purpose or struggled to hear God's voice? In this episode, I reflect on my journey since turning 23 and share the three...
I Don’t Feel Like Praying Or Reading My Bible (3 Steps To Help You Get Back On Track With God)
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How to Return to God After Backsliding (It's Easier Than You Think)
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Have you ever felt that you need to fix yourself...