# #113 - Why God Doesn’t Always Give Us What We Ask For

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Podcast: [Campfire Council](https://stenobird.com/podcast/campfire-council-6734098)
Published: 2026-02-06T09:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail Sometimes our desires don’t align with God’s plan — and that can be hard to accept. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council answers listener questions ranging from faith and discernment to gym culture, energy drinks, and demon-possessed Bible stories. We dive into what it means to trust God when prayers go unanswered, how to discern God’s will versus our own desires, and how Scripture speaks into doubt, suffering, and obedience. We also cover: • Letting ...

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