Campfire Council

Send us Fan Mail Can a video game become a mission field? Tyler, known online as The Helpful Raider, joins the Campfire Council to share how he went from working in HVAC to full-time evangelism—and how ARC Raiders became an unexpected place to share Jesus. We talk about his testimony, overcoming anger, stepping out in faith, and turning toxic gaming encounters into real conversations about God. We...

Send us Fan Mail When does waiting on God’s timing become avoiding putting yourself out there? And what does dating with intention actually look like? In Episode 146 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, Miranda, and Olivia continue the conversation on Christian dating and relationships with honest answers to listener questions. From making the first move and handling rejection to splitting...

Send us Fan Mail How do you pursue a Godly relationship when dating feels awkward, rejection gets personal, and everyone has different expectations? Luke, Joey, Miranda, and Gigi get honest about Christian dating—from embarrassing gym encounters and unexpected relationship red flags to the fear of making the first move. We talk about who should pay, character versus chemistry, what it means to be...

Send us Fan Mail Is spiritual warfare real—and why do attacks sometimes seem to intensify when we grow closer to Christ? Lee returns to the Campfire Council for a raw conversation about grief, temptation, spiritual attacks, and the faith that carried him through an incredibly painful season. Together, Luke, Joey, Miranda, and Lee discuss why the enemy targets believers, how Scripture helps us take...

Send us Fan Mail Lee spent years chasing nightlife, money, relationships, New Age spirituality, and the next good time—until one more alcohol-fueled night forced him to confront the person he had become. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, Lee joins Luke, Joey, and Miranda to share his journey from a Lutheran upbringing to college rebellion, the bar and nightclub industry, heavy drink...

Send us Fan Mail What are you doing with the gifts God has entrusted to you? In Episode 142 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, and Miranda unpack the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25. They discuss what “talents” really meant in the passage—and how the principle applies to our abilities, time, money, relationships, influence, and opportunities today. The conversation explores the diff...

Send us Fan Mail Can Christians struggle with anxiety and still trust God? Is taking mental-health medication a sign of weak faith? What do you do when you pray, read Scripture, and your situation still doesn’t change? In Episode 141 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, and Miranda sit down with their friend Olivia for a candid conversation about faith, anxiety, antidepressants, depression...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when someone needs more than encouraging words? In Episode 140 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, and Miranda discuss an unexpected encounter with a man named Mike who was struggling to pay his rent. What began as an uncomfortable interruption became a powerful lesson about generosity, obedience, and being the hands and feet of Jesus. The conversation challe...

Send us Fan Mail What does it actually mean to live authentically—and how do we keep approval, success, social media, and politics from defining who we are? Author, speaker, and Wisconsin elected official Vanya Koepke returns to the Campfire Council Podcast to discuss his second book, “Authentic with Purpose.” Vanya explains why authenticity is more than “being yourself”: it means rooting your ide...

Send us Fan Mail Why do we sometimes expect fewer trials when we’re doing everything a “good Christian” should do? In Episode 138, Luke and Joey wrestle with suffering, unanswered prayers, and what it means to trust God when His promises feel impossible. They share the unforgettable testimony of a woman who continued praising God through eight miscarriages—and eventually welcomed the two children...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the hardest person to forgive is the one who hurt you the most... and sometimes it's even harder to let go of your anger toward God. In this episode, we have one of our most personal conversations yet. We talk about forgiveness, pride, gratitude, and how God can completely transform your heart—even after years of bitterness. We also discuss: • Why holding onto anger...

Send us Fan Mail Gossip seems harmless... until it destroys friendships, families, churches, and even our own hearts. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we dive into one of the most common sins Christians often overlook. Why is gossip so easy? Is there a difference between venting and gossip? Can prayer requests become gossip? And how do we lovingly handle situations when others begi...

Send us Fan Mail Discipline isn't about having more motivation—it's about becoming more like Christ. In this episode of Campfire Council, the crew dives into one of the most overlooked parts of the Christian life: biblical discipline. Why do we struggle to stay consistent? Is discipline different from legalism? How do we honor God with our bodies, our minds, and our daily habits? Through...

Send us Fan Mail Jordan Plantiko is back on the Campfire Council—and this conversation goes far beyond bodybuilding. After stepping away from competition for five years, Jordan returned to the IFBB Pro stage, battled through injury, bounced back from disappointment, and captured a huge victory at the Optimum Classic. But what mattered most wasn't the trophy—it was the opportunity to point peo...

Send us Fan Mail Are you physically exhausted, mentally drained, or spiritually running on empty? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we dive into what it really means to recharge. In a culture that tells us to scroll more, work harder, and stay constantly busy, we explore how God designed us to experience true rest. We discuss: • Physical, mental, and spiritual burnout • Why simply &...

Send us Fan Mail How do people know you're a Christian? Is it because of what you wear... what you post... or the way you actually live? This week we're joined by Tanya (TD Impacts) for one of the most encouraging conversations we've had on the podcast. We dive into authentic faith, sharing the Gospel naturally, bringing hope into broken situations, and why Christians should be know...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever looked back on a moment and thought, "I knew better, but I did it anyway"? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council has an honest conversation about sin, regret, repentance, and the incredible mercy of God. We discuss those moments when we've hurt others, ignored God's prompting, or deliberately chosen our own desires over His...

Send us Fan Mail What is spiritual warfare, and how should Christians think about it biblically? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives deep into one of the most discussed and misunderstood topics in Christianity: spiritual warfare. Together, Luke, Joey, Emilio, Miranda, and Gigi explore what Scripture teaches about the ongoing battle between God's kingdom and the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the crew dives into one of the most requested and controversial conversations yet — Christian dating, relationships, red flags, spiritual leadership, and modern dating culture. We play a hilarious and thought-provoking game of “Amen or Rebuke,” reacting to different dating scenarios like: • “God told me you’re my wife” • Christian d...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives deep into one of the most important — and uncomfortable — conversations Christians can have: evangelism, eternity, and the reality of heaven and hell. Miranda shares her incredible journey after winning her first overall bodybuilding competition and explains how God has used the bodybuilding world as a mission fiel...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when Christian guys start debating modern dating standards, gender roles, hobbies, church culture, and relationship red flags? Chaos. 😂 In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives into a hilarious but surprisingly deep game of “Amen or Rebuke,” reacting to all kinds of Christian dating scenarios — from “social media evangelists” to six-figure e...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives into some of the deepest and funniest questions they’ve faced yet. From lighthearted icebreakers and Star Wars talk to honest conversations about prayer, mentorship, faith, and identity, this episode goes everywhere. Luke and Joey react to thought-provoking questions from the “Not Just Sundays” card game, including...

Send us Fan Mail What starts off as a hilarious game of “Amen or Rebuke” quickly turns into one of our most real conversations yet. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we break down Christian dating standards, red flags, and real-life scenarios—deciding what we’d accept… and what we’d have to rebuke 😂 But it doesn’t stop there. The conversation shifts into deeper territory as we talk...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the guys reflect on a powerful week of growth, faith, and real-life impact. After being invited to speak at a college ministry, the team breaks down what it was like stepping outside their comfort zones to share the gospel—and how it challenged their own walk with God. From teaching and apologetics to real conversations with student...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke and Joey sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about faith, Easter, and what it actually looks like to follow Christ in everyday life. Coming off Easter weekend, the guys reflect on powerful moments—from church services and baptisms to the impact of simply planting seeds in people’s lives. They dive into the idea of a gr...