Equipped with Chris Brooks

What does it mean to be "entrusted with the gospel?" How do we live out that challenge? Moody Bible Institute professor Dr. Pamela MacRae will talk about an event designed to equip women in ministry leadership to grow in their faith and to disciple others. Learn how you are entrusted with the gospel when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Called conference, April 11, 2026 Mentioned resources:Gentle and Lowly by Dane OrtlundWomen in God's Mission by Mary T. LederleitnerShepherding Women in Pain by Bev HislopWomen of the Word by Jen WilkinFebruary thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Who is responsible for ensuring that your pastor and their family are healthy? On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, we will take time to pray for our pastors. We'll also look at a Lifeway study that examines how we can care for our pastors and their families. Don't miss an encouraging conversation on Equipped. Featured resource:Lifeway Study: Beyond the Pulpit: Equipping Church Leaders to Pursue Pastor Wellness February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000 (annually or $83/month), click here.

Are you involved in ministry and never had the chance to go to seminary? What if you had access to the kind of practical, biblical training that covers everything from doctrine and preaching to counseling and budget planning? It's closer than you think! On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, professors Laurie Norris and Kerwin Rodriguez introduce a great resource that will equip you to succeed in ministry. Featured resource:One Volume Seminary, General editors Michael J. Boyle, Laurie J. Norris, and Kerwin A. Rodriguez February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

What is the role of a pastor in the local church? Answers to that question range from just being a preacher to being an expert in everything. On the next edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, we're going to talk with Dr. Joel Lawrence about pastoral identity. What does it mean to be a pastor theologian and why is that important? Find out when you join us for the next edition of Equipped. Mentioned resource:Pastor Theologians Conference, October 2026 February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Understanding theology is important – and that includes for our children. Yet a recent study stated that close to 40% of children’s leaders are uncomfortable leading conversations about major doctrines of the Church. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or in kids’ ministry, you can learn how to teach kids theology when you join us for our next Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:How to Teach Kids Theology: Deep Truths for Growing Faith by Sam Luce and Hunter Williams Mentioned resource:Same Lake, Different Boat by Stephanie HubachKim Botto ministryOliver Goes to Sunday School by Tina HoddyThe Child with Autism Learns about Faith by Kathy LaboshYouthPastorTheologian.com February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Being an adoptive parent is hard. But when your family is multiracial, things get even trickier. Brittany Salmon encourages you to embrace the beauty and challenges of transracial adoption, providing a balanced, authentic approach where all people in the adoption triad are honored. She encourages you to celebrate each child’s history and heritage. Hear more about the blessings and complexities of transracial adoption today when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:It Takes More than Love: A Christian Guide to Navigating the Complexities of Cross-Cultural Adoption by Brittany Salmon February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

What does it really mean to be a Christian? We hear conflicting answers to this question in our culture—and sometimes in our churches! On Equipped, Pastor J.D. Greear joins Chris Brooks to explain the essential aspects of the Christian message and how the Gospel addresses the most pertinent questions of believers and non-believers alike. Featured resource:Essential Christianity: The Heart of the Gospel in Ten Words by J.D. Greear February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.  

Our boys are struggling. They long for identity and purpose as men but are floundering and need our help. Dr. Anthony Bradley is a theologian and educator who has seen firsthand the problems and effective solutions for this boy crisis. He will talk with us about growing boys into confident, capable men. Don't miss the challenge when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Has your life been touched by mental illness either personally or though someone you love?  Then don’t miss Chris Brooks’ conversation with pastor and counselor Dr. David Murray who addresses the most crucial questions and challenges of mental health.  If you or a loved one suffers with mental illness, don’t miss this hope-filled edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:A Christian's Guide to Mental Illness by Dr. David Murray February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Are the troubles of life weighing you down today? NFL chaplain Jonathan Evans thought he knew how to handle trouble until he faced some very personal losses.  That’s when he learned to fight through trials God’s way. Find the biblical encouragement, support, and perspective you need to follow God into your own place of victory on the next edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Fighting Your Battles by Jonathan Evans February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Sex and sexuality within your marriage can be hard to address, even with your spouse. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, psychologist and author Dr. Juli Slattery will guide us toward a richer more biblical view of sexual intimacy as she helps us view this vital aspect of marriage as an avenue to understand and reflect God’s covenant love. Featured resource:God, Sex, and Your Marriage by Dr. Juli Slattery February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Every church has a treasure trove for ministry in the gifted women of the congregation. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, organizational expert Kadi Cole has talked with over 1,200 ministry leaders about how to develop female leaders. She will help us implement best practices for accessing and maximizing the potential of women in our churches today. Featured resource:Developing Female Leaders by Kadi Cole February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

How can we raise godly children in a godless culture? What does a godly family really look like? On Equipped with Chris Brooks, we peek into a home where multiple generations of Jesus followers live and learn how they did it. Don't miss this conversation with Billy Graham's daughter Anne Graham Lotz and granddaughter Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright. They'll share family stories and spiritual insights for leaving a legacy of faith to future generations. Featured resource:Jesus Followers: Real-Life Lessons for Igniting Faith in the Next Generation by Anne Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

What is God doing through you in your neighborhood? We know that life is hectic and we barely have time to lead our OWN families spiritually, let alone spend time with the neighbors! Meet Chris and Elizabeth McKinney. Their story starts with a fish fry and the Lord took it from there in amazing ways. Catch a vision for the ministry of neighboring on this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Placed for a Purpose: A Simple and Sustainable Vision for Loving Your Next-Door Neighbors by Chris and Elizabeth McKinney February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

If we are made in God's image to do good work, how does that impact how we live out our calling and vocation? Robin John is cofounder and CEO of Eventide, an asset management firm. He'll share how your work can confront injustice, love your neighbor, and bring healing to the world. Don't miss Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:The Good Investor: How Your Work Can Confront Injustice, Love Your Neighbor, and Bring Healing to the World by Robin C. John February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Are you feeling forgotten by God? Do you wonder if He even sees you? If you do, then please join me for an incredible story of a nameless, homeless child who was abandoned and left to die on a garbage dump. Her journey was not easy but her life testifies that God truly cares for the least of these! Don’t miss this inspiring edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:She Is Mine: A War Orphan's Incredible Journey of Survival by Stephanie Fast February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

There is a universal longing to belong. On Equipped with Chris Brooks, meet Robby Emery. He works with University of Michigan football team as chaplain. He'll help us see where our true belonging lies and challenge us to move from overlooked to chosen, from insecurity to impact. Featured resource:Pick Me: A Story of Belonging by Robby Emery February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.  

February marks the birth month of evangelist D.L. Moody, who was born nearly 190 years ago. His faith in God helped him to proclaim the gospel with passion and purpose. What lessons can we learn from the life of D.L. Moody? Be encouraged and inspired to live more boldly for Christ when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000, click here.

Our world is constantly changing. On Equipped with Chris Brooks, Dr. Mark Turman helps us navigate today's complex culture with biblical truth. Mark serves as the Executive Director of Denison Forum and he'll help us wade into the issues around us and see how we can stand for Truth where we are. Mentioned resources:Faith & Clarity podcastDenison ForumWho Am I? by Dr. Mark Turman and Dr. Ryan Denison February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000 (annually or $83/month), click here.

Is it possible to know what's real anymore? Abdu Murray argues that the twin forces of artificial intelligence and shifting gender ideology are reshaping our society and how people understand truth and identity. How can we stand against the cultural confusion around us? Join us for the next Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Fake ID: How AI and Identity Ideology Are Collapsing Reality—and What to Do About It by Abdu Murray February thank you gift:D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

The Bible promises that transformation in the Christian life is possible—but it is not inevitable. What does it take to see our lives change as we walk with Jesus? What temptations hold you back from victory and joy as a believer? For answers to these vital questions, don't miss Equipped with John Mark Comer about intentionally becoming an apprentice of Jesus. Featured resource:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

It’s our goal on Equipped with Chris Brooks to help you learn to evaluate current events and issues through the clear lens of Scripture so you can speak and act like Jesus. We'll engage in critical biblical thinking and apply what we learn to our walk of faith. Our phone lines will be open and we look forward to hearing from you—on the next edition of Equipped! January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Do you have a loved one whose life is wracked by illness and pain? Whether you’re a family member or friend, your life changes, too. On the next edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Nate Brooks joins us. He has walked alongside a spouse with chronic pain. If you’re on that journey, don’t miss the comfort and hope found in Scripture. Featured resource:Disrupted Journey: Walking with Your Loved One Through Chronic Pain and Illness by Nate Brooks January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Those in their 50s and 60s have unique opportunities and challenges. They’ve lived a lot of life and have wisdom – but aren’t close to being done in following Jesus. How do we keep serving God when we’re not old and not young? Christopher Ash joins us on Equipped with Chris Brooks to talk about faithful living and serving in midlife. Don’t miss an encouraging conversation! Featured resource:Not Old, Not Young, Not Done: Following Jesus in your 50s and 60s by Christopher Ash January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Have you walked with someone through deconstruction of their faith? Or maybe you've walked through it yourself. However you define it, deconstruction is impossible to deny. How we respond to those who are deconstructing will reveal the kind of church—and the kinds of Christians—we really are. Ian Harber knows the fear and grief of deconstruction firsthand. Join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks and hear Ian's story, as well as his vision for the kind of faith environment that can foster genuine reconstruction. Featured resource:Walking Through Deconstruction: How to Be a Companion in a Crisis of Faith by Ian Harber January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

What's the goal of church discipline? Have you ever witnessed it done well, either for you or someone else? This might not be a topic you've thought much about, but when you a situation arises, it's important to know what should be done. Don't miss this important conversation on Equipped with Chris Brooks. Resource mentioned:Christianity Today article January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Grief hits everyone differently. How do you process that grief? How do you help others process? Counselor Dr. Sabrina Black will give us practical ways to manage our grief. She'll also show us how we can be sensitive to others' grief as we navigate gatherings and celebrations that come up throughout the year. Hope you can join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:It's Not Okay by Dr. Sabrina Black January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

While people may be drawn to Christ, sometimes His followers can push them away. If you’re looking for ways to follow Christ, but struggling to trust those in the church, don’t miss Equipped with Chris Brooks. Pastor Eric Mason will invite us to see our own role in the world’s distrust of believers and embrace a renewed commitment to the Gospel. Hope you can join us for Equipped. Featured resource:Rebranding the Church: Restoring the Image of God's People in the World by Eric Mason January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

What does it mean to be a church in our multiethnic communities? Author and professor Jarvis Williams explains the diversity of God's people from Genesis to Revelation, and how that can enrich our relationships with Him and each other. Don't miss this powerful discussion about redemptive kingdom diversity on Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Redemptive Kingdom Diversity: A Biblical Theology of the People of God by Jarvis J. Williams January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Raising kids is challenging these days but having special needs children places even more demands on a marriage and family. How can couples stay close and carry the load together? How can the rest of us help ease the strain for them? Elementary educator and author Jolene Philo shares the secrets to implementing the 5 Love Languages in a special needs family on this important edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families by Gary Chapman, Ph.D., and Jolene Philo, M.Ed. January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

How do we as believers best model a healthy biblical diversity to our culture? Join Equipped with Chris Brooks as we dive into Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "Letter from a Birmingham Jail." We explore five quotes from this letter to see what we can learn. Resource mentioned:Letter from a Birmingham Jail by Martin Luther King, Jr. January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

This month marks the 10th anniversary of Equipped with Chris Brooks. We’ll celebrate with our fellow Moody Radio host Chris Fabry. If you have a story of how God has used Equipped in your life, a guest or topic that has impacted you, be sure to join the conversation on Equipped! January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

We talk to ourselves all day, every day – sometimes even out loud! And a lot of those messages are self-condemning. On this edition of Equipped, learn about a model for better self-talk – the Psalms! Jon Gauger will help us begin to form a biblical mindset by rooting our self-talk in the words of David. Hope you can join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource:Powerful Self-Talk from the Psalms by Jon Gauger January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. Do you view how you treat your body as a spiritual practice? Justin Earley will talk about how our habits impact both our physical and spiritual bodies. Learn how to improve your health and deepen your relationship with God when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:The Body Teaches the Soul by Justin Whitmel Earley January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Far too many of us have been hurt by the church and, if we're honest, we may have hurt someone, too. No matter which side of the hurt you're on, Pastor Jerome Gay, Jr., says that Jesus can redeem that pain. If you're stuck in church hurt, don't miss Equipped with Chris Brooks. Learn how you can hold the Church accountable and start the healing process. Featured resource:Church Hurt: Holding the Church Accountable and Helping Hurt People Heal by Jerome Gay, Jr. January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Have you stepped into a leadership role that someone else began? Whether you are in a church, a business, or some other team, you may have been asked to lead in places that others have started. On the next Equipped with Chris Brooks, we'll tap into the wisdom of author and experienced leader Tyler Reagin. He will help us navigate those transitions with biblically-based wisdom, and offer strategies to guide your new team with confidence. Featured resource:Leading Things You Didn't Start: Winning Big When You Inherit People, Places, and Possibilities by Tyler Reagin January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Are you a student stressing out over school, your future, or your identity? Most young people face unique stressors as they transition to college and life beyond graduation. Don't miss the help from Shelby Abbott as he offers gospel solutions to the everyday struggles of college-age Christians—things like purpose, relationships, and living with social media. Find wisdom for navigating the college years when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Pressure Points: A Guide to Navigating Student Stress by Shelby Abbott January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Millions of people watched Baltimore Ravens kicker Tyler Loop miss a potential game-winning field goal on Sunday night. He later called it the worst moment of his athletic career. But the truth is, we all have moments we wish we could rewind. Moments of failure, regret, or deep disappointment. How do we survive our worst moments—and what does God have to say about them? Join us on Equipped as we talk about how God can take our worst moments and redeem them for His glory.  January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

The Bible tells us in Ephesians 4:22-24 that we are to "put off our old self...and put on our new self." As you step into the new year, what does that look like for you? Share the bad habit(s) you are planning to put off and what good habit(s) you are planning to put on. Be encouraged to pursue Christ when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Is the church a tradition created to serve man's religious purposes or is it something more? In a world of competing voices about the relevance of the church, we need a thorough biblical understanding of what makes up a church. Theologian Dr. Gene Getz will help us to learn how God defines and measures a healthy church. Don't miss this essential edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks! Featured resource:The Measure of a Healthy Church e-book by Gene A. Getz January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

We are all more energetic when we eat well, exercise, and sleep soundly but there is another vital ingredient for a healthy life. We need to have the right kind of relationships! On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, respected psychologist Dr. John Townsend will identify key relational nutrients we need so we can relate to others in ways that transform us, give us energy, and help us succeed. Featured resource:People Fuel: Fill Your Tank for Life, Love, and Leadership by Dr. John Townsend January thank you gift:Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Our teens face challenges unknown to previous generations and now the research proves it. A study from the Fuller Youth Institute reveals that today's teens are the most anxious, diverse, and adaptive generation in history! On Equipped with Chris Brooks, authors and youth experts Kara Powell and Brad Griffin will help us interact well with our teens so they can discover the best answers to life's most important questions. December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.