In this powerful episode of Tribe Talk, we take you inside one of the most impactful sessions from Infil 4.0. Mike Sanders opens the weekend by going straight to the heart of identity and purpose in Christ, unpacking what it really means to live as men formed by the “Last Adam,” not defined by the fall of the first.

So many of us feel the tension between who we know we’re called to be and how we actually live day to day. We feel the weight of responsibility, the pull of culture, and the quiet nagging sense that we’re missing something about what God is really after in our lives. In this conversation, Mike and Jim revisit Mike’s opening session from Infil 4.0 and walk through the key moments, scriptures, and themes that had the room leaning in.

You’ll hear Mike trace the story from Genesis to Jesus, showing how man’s mission has shifted from the first Adam’s failure to the Last Adam’s victory. They talk candidly about how identity in Christ isn’t a nice idea but a completely new starting point for how we see ourselves, our work, and our role in God’s Kingdom. Along the way, Mike and Jim share high points from the weekend, personal reflections, and practical takeaways you can carry into your own life, family, and community.

If you’ve ever wondered:

- What does it really mean that I’m “in Christ”?
- How does Jesus redefine manhood and mission?
- How do I move from striving and insecurity to rooted confidence in Him?

…this episode will give you language, vision, and encouragement.

Settle in and listen to the recorded session, then stick around for Mike and Jim’s honest recap and reflections on what God did at Infil 4.0. Our hope is that you walk away clearer about who you are in Christ, why you’re here, and how to live from the strength of the Last Adam, not the shame of the first.

In this episode of *Tribe Talk*, we pull back the curtain on our recent Junto Tribe men’s encounter at Camp Timpoochee in Niceville, Florida. Twice a year, men from different backgrounds, stories, and seasons of life step away from the noise to recalibrate around who they are in Christ and what they’re called to do in the world. This weekend was no exception.

Mike, Jim, Keith, and Jacob sit down to unpack why getting away with the fellas isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity for any man who wants to live as a true disciple, servant, warrior, scholar, craftsman, explorer, and leader for the Kingdom. They share honest reflections from the weekend, powerful moments from the sessions, and the kind of unfiltered conversation that only happens when men are shoulder‑to‑shoulder, not just face‑to‑face.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

- Why “infiltration” is a better posture for men than passively retreating from culture
- How time away with brothers in Christ exposes lies, strengthens identity, and reorders priorities
- Practical ways to stay connected to mission when you come back home to work, family, and everyday pressures
- Stories of breakthrough, conviction, and encouragement from the latest Junto Tribe encounter

Whether you were at Camp Timpoochee or you’re listening from miles away, this conversation will help you see why intentional brotherhood is essential if you want to live out your calling with clarity and courage. You don’t become a stronger man for the Kingdom by accident. It happens when you deliberately step into environments that stretch you, sharpen you, and send you back into your everyday life with renewed focus.

If you’ve felt isolated, spiritually tired, or stuck in survival mode, consider this your invitation to re-engage. Listen in as the guys process what God did among the men of the Junto Tribe and issue a clear challenge:

Men, it’s time to infiltrate.

If marriage is one of the biggest decisions a man will ever make, why are so many young men today confused, delayed, or checking out of the process altogether?

According to the Pew Research Center, the way we approach marriage has shifted dramatically in just a few generations. In 1950, the median age for first-time marriage was 22.8 for men and 20.3 for women. By 1975, it barely moved. But in 2025, those numbers jump to 30.2 for men and 28.6 for women. At the same time, Americans still say the “ideal” age to get married is around 26.5.

So what’s going on?

Young people point to financial pressure, student debt, unstable careers, and economic uncertainty. They mention the rise of alternative lifestyles, shifting cultural norms, and a dating landscape that has moved from in-person connection to swipes and screens. Add in fear of divorce and broken families, and it’s no surprise many men are hesitant, passive, or simply lost when it comes to pursuing marriage.

But Scripture paints a different picture. In Genesis 2:18, “The Lord God said, ‘It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.’” God’s design for man and woman, and for marriage itself, hasn’t changed, even if the culture has.

In this episode of *Tribe Talk*, Mike and Jim decide to stop guessing what women want and go straight to the source. They’re joined by Maddie Marion and Elise LeMire for an honest, practical conversation about Christian dating, expectations, and what godly women are actually looking for in a man.

Together, they talk about:

- How modern dating culture is shaping the way men and women relate
- What Christian women desire in a man’s character, leadership, and spiritual life
- Common mistakes men make in dating and how to correct them
- How to pursue a woman with clarity, courage, and respect in a confusing age

If you’re a young man who wants to marry someday, but you feel unsure about how to move forward, this episode gives you a rare gift: real answers from real women who love Jesus.

Want to hear what Christian women want? This is your chance.

We’ve heard from the ladies of the Junto Tribe. Now it’s time to sit down with one of the young men who is quietly shaping the next generation from the inside.

In this episode of *Tribe Talk*, Mike and Jim are joined by Lane Schutt, a teenager who is living out what many adults talk about but struggle to practice. Lane is an athlete, a scholar, a church volunteer, a mentor, and most importantly, a young man after God’s own heart. His life is a picture of what can happen when faith, discipline, and community come together early.

So much of the conversation around youth today focuses on what’s going wrong: distraction, entitlement, compromise, and isolation. But Lane offers a very different story. He shows what it looks like for a young man to take ownership of his walk with Christ, lean into accountability, and step up as a leader among his peers.

In this conversation, you’ll hear Lane share:

- Simple, practical ways parents and mentors can actually connect with their kids
- How he’s learned to build discipline into his daily life through sports, school, and spiritual habits
- Why real accountability with other believers has been a game-changer for his faith
- The temptations and traps high school students are facing right now, and how he’s learning to avoid them

Mike and Jim draw out Lane’s perspective on everything from technology and friendships to serving in the local church and planning for the future. You’ll hear real stories, honest struggles, and encouraging wins that will give you hope for what God is doing in the next generation.

If you’re a parent, grandparent, youth leader, or a young man navigating your own high school years, this episode will help you see that spiritual maturity isn’t reserved for later in life. God is raising up disciplined, focused, Kingdom-minded young men right now.

Listen in as Lane talks about the habits, relationships, and choices that are shaping him today, and how you can help the young men in your life walk a similar path.

What does the Bible say about evangelism and discipleship, and where do young people actually fit into that mission?

We know the Great Commission calls every believer to share the good news and make disciples. But in practice, many Christians quietly assume this work is mainly for pastors, missionaries, or “mature” adults. At the same time, our culture often treats kids and teenagers as spectators, not participants, in the life of the Church.

Scripture tells a different story.

In 1 Timothy 4:12 we read, “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith..."

Here at Junto Tribe ministries we believe the youth of this great country are not only supposed to play an active role in discipleship, but in many environments should lead. Join Mike and Jim as they discuss what discipleship looks like from a teenage perspective with Lila Marion, a 16 year old finding her way as a disciple.

It’s time.

Infil 4.0 is right around the corner, and in this episode of Tribe Talk, Mike and Jim issue a clear challenge to men who are tired of drifting and ready to step into intentional brotherhood, discipleship, and mission.

From February 27th to March 1st at Camp Timpoochee in Niceville, Florida, the men of the Junto Tribe will gather for a focused weekend of connection, rest, and recalibration around who we are in Christ. This isn’t a “Christian vacation” or a spiritual nap. It’s a call to wake up, gear up, and engage.

Mike and Jim walk through what Infil is all about and why it exists in the first place. They talk about the need for men to regularly get out of their everyday patterns, away from the constant noise and distraction, and into an environment where God can speak clearly and brothers can speak honestly.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

If you’ve felt spiritually dull, isolated, or like you’re coasting through your days, consider this your wake-up call. Infil 4.0 is an invitation to step into an environment that will challenge you, strengthen you, and send you back into your life with renewed clarity and conviction.

“Lord, if it’s you, tell me to come to you on the water.”

Peter’s moment on the water in Matthew 14:25–31 is one of the most iconic scenes in Scripture. The wind is howling, the waves are crashing, and Jesus is calling. Peter steps out of the boat, walks toward Him, then sinks when fear takes over. Jesus reaches out, catches him, and asks, “Why did you doubt?”

In this episode of *Tribe Talk*, Mike and Jim use this familiar passage to ask an uncomfortable but necessary question: when Jesus calls, do you stay in the boat or step out?

Life with Christ is not safe or predictable. Following Him comes with hard assignments, resistance, and spiritual warfare, but it also brings purpose, peace, and the joy of seeing God move in ways that defy logic. Mike and Jim explore what it really looks like to “embrace the suck,” believe in miracles, and obey when it would be easier to play it safe.

They’re joined by Grace Sanders, a college student learning how to step out of the boat in a campus environment that is often hostile to biblical faith. Together they talk about:

- What “stepping out of the boat” actually looks like in everyday life

- How fear, comfort, and doubt keep us stuck in the boat

- Practical ways to cultivate courage, obedience, and trust in Jesus

- Real stories of walking by faith in a culture that pushes the opposite

If you’ve sensed God nudging you to something risky, costly, or uncomfortable, this episode will encourage you to trust His voice and step out of the boat, ten times out of ten.

1 Samuel 14 tells the story of Jonathan and his young armor-bearer facing impossible odds. Jonathan proposes a bold, risky plan to attack a Philistine outpost from a disadvantaged position. His armor-bearer responds with one simple, powerful line:

“Do all that you have in mind,” his armor-bearer said. “Go ahead; I am with you heart and soul.” 1 Samuel 14:6–7

That kind of response does not happen by accident. It’s the fruit of a certain kind of leadership and a certain kind of faith.

In this episode of *Tribe Talk*, Mike and Jim unpack Jonathan’s life and legacy as a picture of what godly leadership looks like in real time. Jonathan isn’t the king. He’s not the one with the title. But again and again, he shows the character, courage, and trust in God that cause others to follow him into hard places.

Together, Mike and Jim explore:

- Why leadership is not about position, spotlight, or personality

- How Jonathan’s trust in God created confidence in the men around him

- The kind of life that makes people say, “I am with you, heart and soul”

- Practical ways to lead in your home, work, church, and community, even if you don’t see yourself as “a leader”

If you’ve ever felt unqualified, unseen, or unsure whether your influence matters, this episode is for you. You are leading someone, whether you recognize it or not. The question is: what kind of leader are you becoming?

Listen in as Mike and Jim challenge you to pursue the kind of leadership that points people toward God’s purpose and invites them to walk with you, heart and soul.

Michelangelo’s “Statue of an Angel” (1494–1495) is carved from a single block of marble and displayed in the Basilica of San Domenico in Bologna. When asked how he created such a masterpiece, Michelangelo famously said, “I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.”

Great artists see more than raw material. They see potential, beauty, and purpose before anyone else can. In a similar way, our Creator formed us with a clear picture of who we could become in Christ long before we could see it ourselves. He is the ultimate Craftsman, unlocking the image of His Son in us.

In this episode of *Tribe Talk*, Mike and Jim explore what it means to live as a craftsman in God’s Kingdom. This isn’t just about woodworking, painting, or music. It’s about the God-given drive to build, shape, and steward the world around us in ways that reflect His character and draw people closer to Him.

Together they talk about:

- How God, the Master Craftsman, modeled creativity and purpose from the very beginning

- Why your creative gifts, skills, and projects matter more than you think

- Practical ways to use what you make (and how you make it) to connect with the Father and with others

- How craftsmanship can become a form of worship, discipleship, and brotherhood

Whether you’re an artist, tradesman, entrepreneur, or simply someone who likes to make things better than you found them, this episode will help you see your work through a Kingdom lens. You were created to create, not just for productivity, but for connection.

Listen in as Mike and Jim invite you to embrace your role as a craftsman and let God carve out the masterpiece He sees in you.

Since the dawn of time, men have been drawn to the wilderness. Mountains, forests, oceans, and open sky call something out of us that cubicles, screens, and city streets rarely touch. We were made to explore.

From Scripture to church history, you see it again and again: God meets people in the wilderness. Prophets, shepherds, kings, and even Jesus Himself step away from the crowds and into creation to be tested, refined, and refreshed. The pull you feel toward the outdoors isn’t random; it’s part of how you were designed.

In this episode of Tribe Talk, Mike and Jim unpack what it means to live out man’s calling to be an explorer as a way of connecting with the Creator. This isn’t about chasing adrenaline or collecting Instagram photos. It’s about allowing the wild places God made to shape your heart, your perspective, and your relationship with Him.

They discuss:

- Why men through history have been drawn to the wilderness

- How time outside helps strip away distraction and expose what’s really going on in your soul

- Practical ways to use hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, or simple walks as intentional time with God

- How adventure with brothers in Christ can forge deep bonds, accountability, and courage

If you’ve felt restless, boxed in, or disconnected from God, it might be time to “touch grass” in a deeper way. You were not made to live your whole life indoors, numbed by constant noise. You were made to explore the world God created and, in the process, know Him more.

Listen in as Mike and Jim invite you to recover your identity as an explorer and let the wilderness do its work in your walk with Christ.