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What to do (And Not to Do) to Draw Closer to God in 2025
If you've ever felt stuck in your walk with God, frustrated by repeated cycles of sin, or simply hungry for a more authentic connection with Him, this episode will challenge you to ask yourself one question that could wreck your entire life (in the best way possible): What do I love more than God? In this episode I break down how to give your full attention to God and highlight unexpected thing in your life what may be pulling you away from him.
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How I Got My Fire Back For God (And You Can Too)
Ever felt like you've drifted so far from God that you're past the point of no return? In this episode, I share my journey of getting my fire back for God and becoming consistent in my relationship with him again. I dive deep into my own struggles with believing God's grace was enough after feeling like I'd failed Him too many times, and reveal the three key steps that helped me find my way back to an authentic, joy-filled relationship with God.
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How I’m Learning to Spend Time With God (3 Practical Ways)
What if to spending time with God consistently isn't about balancing your time, but about something entirely different? I am learning that instead of trying to balance God with other areas of my life, the key is integration - weaving Him into every moment and every decision. In this episode, I share how I plan on making God my closest friend and practical ways I'm learning to spend consistent, intimate time with Him for 2025. I explore simple yet powerful practices that have helped me grow closer to God. Join me as I discuss how to move beyond treating time with God as just another checkbox and instead make Him the center of everything.
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How to Make 2025 Your Best Year Spiritually
What if the greatest breakthrough God has for you this year isn't about what He'll give you, but who He's transforming you to become?
You know how we all get caught up in making these big plans for the new year, especially when we feel God has promised us something? Well, I've been wrestling with a different perspective that I think could change everything about how we approach 2025. Instead of just focusing on what I believe God's going to give me this year, I'm diving into something deeper - how God is actually more interested in who He's shaping us to become. In this episode, I break down three practices that have been game-changers in my own walk with God and will be the reason this will be your best year. 2025 is about committing to who God is calling us to be not just what he can give to us. I speak to how we can focus on seeking God's heart not just his hand.
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My Testimony | How Jesus Set Me Free From Lust, Depression, and Shame
Have you ever felt powerless against temptation, wondering if you'll ever find true freedom from sin? In this episode, I share my testimony of finding freedom from lust and shame, and discovering what it looks like to overcome temptation.
I take you through my journey from my first encounter with God to my struggles during college, where I learned that that overcoming temptation isn't about willpower – it's about what we run to when we're tempted. I reveal the three game-changing lessons that transformed my walk with God: understanding the difference between temptation and sin, breaking free from shame through confession, and learning how to truly satisfy sinful desires.
But this isn't just my story – it's a roadmap to finding lasting freedom and a deeper love for God than you ever thought possible. Whether you're battling recurring temptations or seeking authentic faith, I share practical wisdom to help you step into the freedom God has for you.
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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.