The Just Different Podcast

By Darin and Jordan StarksReligion & Spirituality Christianity

The Just Different Podcast episodes

July 09, 2025This 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 uncovering what this powerful verse reveals about your God-given purpose. You’ve been chosen, called, and commissioned — not just to be saved, but to shine.
We’ll talk about:
Why your testimony is God's proof

The lie of “private faith” and what Scripture really teaches

What it means to be a royal priesthood in your everyday life

Why your influence is your responsibility — and no one else’s
This isn’t just a responsibility. It’s a privilege.
And your story is more than enough for God to use.
If you’ve ever wrestled with what you’re here for, this episode will change how you see your calling.

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11 min
July 07, 2025 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 we often overlook: walking in the love of Christ. This kind of love isn’t limited to people we agree with or those who treat us well — it’s a love that mirrors the sacrifice Jesus made for us.
We’ll explore why loving difficult people is actually central to your calling, what Jesus meant when He said “be perfect as your Father is perfect,” and how imitating God’s love changes every conversation, every encounter, and every space you walk into.
If you’ve ever wrestled with what God wants you to do, this episode will reframe everything by showing you who He’s calling you to be.
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10 min
July 02, 2025 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 culture—that only pastors, leaders, or “special” people are called to represent God. But Genesis 1:26–28 tells a different story.
I walk through the political context behind this passage and show how, in the ancient world, only kings were seen as the “image” of a god. But in Genesis, God flips the script and says every person is made in His image. That means you have been given divine authority and purpose—not someday, not if you get a title, but right now.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re really called, or felt like purpose is for someone else, this episode will remind you who you are and what you were made for.

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13 min
June 30, 2025 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 The Disciples Journal, we kick off a brand new July series focused on what God says about our purpose—and we’re starting right where it all began: Genesis 1:26.
You might’ve read this verse before, but today we’re looking at it through the eyes of the people who first heard it—the Israelites fresh out of slavery. And when you understand the cultural and historical context, everything changes.
You’ll learn why this one verse redefines how we see our value, our identity, and the intentionality of God’s design for your life.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your life really matters or what God had in mind when He made you—this episode is for you.

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12 min
June 25, 2025 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 series, we go beyond affirmations and dive into the real path to discovering who you are in Christ. I unpack what it actually looks like to surrender your identity, how following Jesus leads to self-discovery, and why seeing God rightly is the first step to seeing yourself rightly.
We’ll explore a powerful moment in Matthew 16 that reveals how God often shows us who we are in the places we least expect. If you’ve ever felt lost, unsure of your worth, or tempted to anchor your identity in what you do—this episode is your reset.

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16 min
June 23, 2025 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 of Romans 5:1–2 — that we are justified by faith, not by performance. Darren unpacks what it means to stand in grace, how Jesus already did the work we often try to do ourselves, and why this changes everything about how we approach God.
If you’ve ever felt the weight of having to prove yourself to be loved, this episode will help you breathe again. It’s not about striving — it’s about trusting.
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10 min
June 20, 2025 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 means when Scripture says your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19–20). This isn’t just a metaphor—it’s an invitation to intimacy, reverence, and transformation.
Darin breaks down the original meaning behind Paul’s words to the Corinthian church, and how we too are called to prepare a life that honors God’s presence. If you’ve ever wondered how to make more room for God in your habits, home, and heart—this one’s for you.
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8 min
June 18, 2025 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 means to be an ambassador for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20). God has given us a title, a mission, and an identity—but are we actually living up to it?
We’ll break down what an ambassador is, why it matters, and how God is calling us to represent His heart, values, and priorities in every space we walk into—from our public witness to our private habits. This episode will challenge you to reflect: Does my life reflect Him clearly? Or am I settling for something less?
This series is part of my daily devotional podcast, After God’s Heart, where we dig deeper every morning into verses just like this—learning who God truly is and how to walk with Him daily.
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11 min
June 11, 2025 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 3:1–2 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.
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12 min
June 09, 2025 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 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.
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15 min

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The official archive of the Just Different Podcast. Hosted by brothers Darin and Jordan Starks, the show ran from 2021–2024, exploring faith, life, and culture through honest conversations about following Jesus. Just Different surpassed 4 million audio downloads worldwide and peaked as a Top 10 Religion & Spirituality podcast. This feed preserves the best episodes, conversations, and moments from the journey. Thanks for listening.