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Have you ever wondered how to rekindle your love for Jesus or why life's distractions seem to keep pulling you away? In this heartwarming and insightful episode of Disciples Journal, Bethany Moore shares her journey of returning to Jesus as her first love and finding deep, wholehearted devotion.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How to stay rooted in your faith amidst life's storms.
• The power of community in fostering spiritual growth.
• Why genuine worship goes beyond routines and touches all aspects of life.
• Practical steps to integrate God into every detail of your daily activities.
Bethany’s candid stories and thoughtful insights will inspire you to seek a deeper, more intimate relationship with God. Whether you’re feeling distant from your faith or simply wish to go deeper, this episode offers a roadmap to rekindling your spiritual passion.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 - The Power of Wholehearted Devotion
00:13:00 - When Bethany Truly Fell in Love with God
00:17:00 - The Lesson From a Homeless Woman That Changed Everything
00:27:00 - How to Make Jesus the Love of Your Life
00:32:00 - Are You Seeking God or Just a Spiritual Routine?
00:50:00 - Stop Doing It Your Way—Why Obedience to God Matters
00:55:00 - Trusting God Beyond Your Preferences
01:02:00 - The Question That Will Change Your Faith
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Ever wondered how to truly make Jesus the love of your life? Join me in part seven of my series on making Jesus our first love as I sit down with Bethany Moore from the 'We Can Do Better' podcast. We dive into a heartfelt discussion about wholehearted devotion, maintaining spiritual intimacy, and ensuring that our walk with God remains vibrant and heartfelt. Discover practical insights and personal stories that highlight the importance of proactive faith and genuine fellowship with Christ.
We Can Do Better - https://pod.link/1726463312
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Are you showing the love of God to those around you? In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I dive deep into the importance of extending our love for God to those we encounter in our daily lives. I discuss the idea that our devotion to God should naturally overflow to others if we claim to love him. I introduce you to Talitha Coffee, a San Diego-based specialty coffee roaster dedicated to empowering survivors of human trafficking. Through a touching conversation with co-founder Jenny Barber and VP of Growth and Marketing, Mark, I reveal how this company is making a real impact by providing employment and holistic support to survivors. The episode is filled with inspiring stories, practical ways to support the cause, and a call to action for all believers to extend God's love beyond the four walls of the church. Don't miss this compelling discussion on being the hands and feet of Jesus in a hurting world.
Support Trafficking Survivors → https://talitha.com/dstarks
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Do you truly understand the depth of God's love for you? In this episode, I, Darren Starks, dive into the profound significance of the gospel and what every believer needs to know to deepen their relationship with Jesus. I'll provide updates on The Disciples Journal schedule, share encouraging feedback from listeners, and introduce three essential habits to foster intimacy with God. Through personal reflections and relatable analogies, I emphasize the importance of grasping the magnitude of Jesus' sacrifice and how it should inspire our daily walk with Him. Join me as we get back to the basics and rediscover the transformative power of the gospel.
Free Guide: How to Get Closer to God → https://stan.store/darinstarks/p/how-to-get-closer-to-god-guide
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Ever felt like your relationship with Jesus has gone cold? In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I dive into part four of our series focused on making Jesus our first love again. I share my personal reflections and insights on the importance of sacrificial devotion and why Jesus is worthy of our time, energy, and focus. Discover how to make room for God in your daily life, ensuring that your actions and environment invite His presence. Tune in for practical steps to deepen your intimacy with Jesus and rekindle that passionate relationship.
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Ever wondered what it truly means to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind? In this episode of The Disciple's Journal, I delve into part three of our March series focused on making Jesus our first love again. I explore Matthew 22:37-38 and emphasize the importance of wholehearted devotion and surrendering everything to God, including our plans and decisions. Through reflections, scriptural insights, and personal experiences, I challenge you to let God write your story and live under His guidance. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on living in complete submission to God's will
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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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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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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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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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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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Ever felt trapped in the endless cycle of temptation and lust? In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I delve into my personal journey of breaking free from the grips of pornography and transforming my mind. I'll share key insights on how I came to understand the authority given to us by God, the significance of community, and the importance of spending time in God's presence. I'll also talk about practical steps like meditating on the Word and changing what you feed your mind with. Join me as I explore how true liberation and purity can be achieved through a deeper relationship with Jesus.
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Has your job, career, or purpose has become your identity? In this episode, I dive deep into a powerful realization that God has been prompting me to reassess my life's true occupation. I explore how our assignments and gifts often become idols that overshadow our true purpose as disciples and missionaries for the gospel. Through reflections on personal experiences and, I discuss the importance of making Jesus the center of our lives and ensuring that our careers and creative endeavors are merely expressions of our foundational calling to spread God's message. This has completely changed the way I see any work I’m apart of or jobs I have to.
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In this conversation I share with you how to get of out the cycle of comparisons when it comes to your relationship with God. At times we will believe that God isn’t speaking to us because it doesn’t look the way it does for others. Not realizing that the way he may decide to move in one person’s life could simply be different than the way he decides to move in yours. And that’s okay. If you focus so much on how God is moving in someone’s else life you will miss the way he is moving in yours. This episode helps you break out of that trap of comparison.
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Ever struggled to maintain your spiritual momentum and keep your focus on God throughout the year? In this episode of the Disciples Journal, I share practical tips from my own experience on cultivating a consistent and deep relationship with God. I discuss the non-negotiable daily disciplines that anchor my faith, explore the importance of meditating on the Word, and highlight the integration of prayer with Bible study.
Sign up for this live class here: https://stan.store/darinstarks/p/how-to-stay-consistent-with-god-live-class
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You have to let go of your ungodly timeline of who and what you thought you’d be by now. This is one of the greatest lessons I’ve learned and had to walk out these past few months! In this episode I take you through my own process of accepting God’s timeline for my life and getting out of comparing my life to others! (The audio is a bit distorted but I still hope this blesses you)
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What you listen to matters! And it directly shapes your life and walk with God. In this episode of the Disciples Journal, I dive into what it actually means to meditate on God's Word and how to do so daily. I explain how what you fill your mind with—be it music, media, or scripture—manifests in your actions and sets the atmosphere for your life. Remember, your diet isn't just what you eat; it's also what you allow yourself to watch, hear, and listen to.
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Ever felt like God's timing just doesn't match your schedule? In this episode of The Disciples Journal, I reflect on my recent experiences of answered prayers and the overarching lesson of trusting God's process. I'll share personal journal entries and scriptures that highlight the importance of documenting my prayers, recognizing God's hand in my life, and being patient with His process. Join me as I explore what it means to have faith in God's timing and stay obedient, even when it feels like nothing is happening.
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When's the last time you gave God your undivided attention? In this episode I dive deep into my personal struggle with letting entertainment and information consume my attention, sharing how these distractions can subtly pull us away from genuine intimacy with God. Through the story of Mary and Martha, I explore practical ways to create space in our crowded lives for what truly matters and rediscover what it means to truly know God rather than just know about Him.
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Do you struggle to resist temptation and maintain your faith in daily life? In this episode of The Disciples Journal, host Darren Starks sits down with author and spiritual leader, Eric Diggs, to discuss practical, scripture-based strategies for overcoming temptation and growing in your relationship with Jesus Christ. They delve into Eric's book, 'Living for Christ: Resisting Temptation Using the Word of God,' and share personal experiences, the importance of community, prayer, and the transformative power of God's word. Discover how to break free from cycles of sin and live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit.
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