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Ever wondered if God feels loved by you? In this episode of Disciples Journal, I continue the series on making Jesus your first love by exploring how to truly love God in a way that speaks His love language. Reflecting on my personal journey and drawing parallels with the sacrificial love of my mother, I discuss the importance of knowing God deeply to love Him fully. Tune in to discover practical steps to deepen your relationship with Christ, challenge your devotion, and make your love for Him undeniable.
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The Secret to Loving Jesus More
Have you ever felt like your relationship with God has lost its passion? Join me, Darren Starks, host of The Disciples Journal, as we kick off a new series focused on making Jesus your first love again. In this episode, I share my heartfelt journey of rediscovery—how a change in mindset from 'doing the right things' to 'having the right heart' transformed my walk with Him. Learn how to engage in spiritual disciplines with genuine devotion and set the tone of your heart through worship. Let's reconnect with Jesus in a transformative way.
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Making Jesus Your First Love Again (How to Get Your Passion Back for God)
Has your relationship with God lacked intimacy recently? In this episode of the Disciples Journal as I dive into a conversation with my good friend Bethany Moore from the 'We Can Do Better' podcast. Bethany and I explore the profound concept of keeping Jesus as the 'dream' and maintaining Him at the center of every aspect of life. I reflect on my own walk with God over the past year, revitalizing my relationship with Jesus as my first love, and I share insights on discipleship, identity in Christ, and the importance of genuine passion toward God. As a precursor to my upcoming series focusing on loving God fully, this episode offers deep encouragement, teaching what it means to fall in love with Jesus every single day.
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How to Obey God When It Doesn’t Make Sense
Ever struggled with truly obeying God's plan for your life? In this episode, I'm joined by James Lowe as we delve into a heartfelt conversation about wrestling with our purposes, the challenge of aligning our personal desires with divine will, and the growth that comes from obedience to God. We recount a crucial past talk that catalyzed ourl journey, discuss key biblical principles like Matthew 16:24 and the story of Jonah, and explore what it means to genuinely surrender to God's calling. Join us as we tackle the importance of intimate relationship with God, the impact of complete obedience, and the ultimate fulfillment that comes from trusting His plan.
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God loves you (Right Now) | How to Receive God’s Love
If you have ever struggled to accept God’s love (This is for you) In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I dive deep into the concept of God's unconditional love and why we often struggle to believe it. I explore how we sometimes project human relationship experiences onto God and question His genuine love for us. We'll talk about the romantic nature of God's patience and the beauty of His work in us. One big lesson I’ve been learning is that God's love is not transactional and that He values faithfulness over performance. Join me as we shift our perspective on God's ultimate love story and learn to embrace His love without striving.
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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.
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