Equipped with Chris Brooks

We are in a civilizational moment—and how we respond will determine the future of next generations. Why is it important for Christians to step into the culture and stand up for Truth through quiet acts of courage? Hear the stories of several people who have made choices with great implications. Don't miss an inspiring and encouraging conversation with John Stonestreet of the Colson Center when you join us for the next Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Documentary: Truth Rising 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.

As a young person, ambition for your future is held as an ideal. What would it look like if your ambitions went deeper than a career or goals – and instead focused on obedience to God? Pastor Jeremy Writebol will examine seven worthy pursuits and steer us toward holy ambition. Learn how you can make an eternal difference when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:Make It Your Ambition by Jeremy Writebol 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.

Are you estranged and disconnected from your adult children? If so, you’re not alone. If you’re looking to reconcile with your adult child after a rift, don’t miss Equipped with Chris Brooks. Blythe Daniel will encourage you on how to confront the hurts without going back through the mess, and what to do when reconciliation isn’t possible. Learn how you can move forward after a family estrangement on Equipped. Featured resources:Article: Family Estrangement: 6 Ways to Reconcile with Adult Children by Blythe DanielBook: Mended: Restoring the Hearts of Mothers and Daughters by Blythe Daniel and Dr. Helen McIntosh 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.

Take a fresh look at Christmas through the eyes of Jesus' mother Mary. Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing joins Chris Brooks to unpack the Gospel truth through the life and testimony of this poor, ordinary, humble young woman. We will identify with the real Mary, who questioned yet obeyed, when God asked her to serve Him in unimaginable ways. Don't miss the vital message Mary's voice has for you this Christmas. Featured resource:Mary's Voice: Advent Reflections to Contemplate the Coming of Christ by Amy Orr-Ewing 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.

What ministry activities are you comfortable with A.I. performing? That's our topic for this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. How does A.I. show up in our churches and ministry? Join the conversation about what role listeners think A.I. should have in the ministry of the church. Mentioned resources:Article: The Current No. 1 Christian Artist Has No SoulArticle: Artificial Intelligence: An Evangelical Statement of Principles 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.

The holidays can be full of fun and festivities. But for those who have lost something—a loved one, a job, your health, your marriage—the holidays may be a time of grieving. We're going to talk about how God heals the broken heart and gives a pathway to hope when Ron Hutchcraft joins us on the next Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Hope When Your Heart Is Breaking by Ron Hutchcraft 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.

Antisemitism is rising on college campuses and Israel is still in the headlines. How should Christians think about Israel? On today's Equipped, Chris Brooks will welcome Open Line host Dr. Michael Rydelnlik to help us see how the Church relates to Jewish people today. Join us as we explore Israel’s unique identity and ongoing role in God’s plan, on Equipped. Featured resource:How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Dr. Michael Rydelnik Mentioned resource:Urban Apologetics by Eric MasonHas the Church Replaced Israel? by Michael Vlach 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.

The holidays can bring additional stress to singles, from the pressure of family asking questions about your relationships to movies presenting couples finding love at Christmas. How does a Christian find someone in the current dating culture? On Equipped with Chris Brooks, author and pastor Sam Andreades will give single Christians in that vulnerable life moment some practical, theological help to make dating decisions confidently. Deepen your relationship with God as you date with discernment. Join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource:Dating with Discernment: 12 Questions to Make a Lasting Marriage by Sam A. Andreades 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.

We need heroes and heroines…people we look up to who followed Jesus wholeheartedly to the end. Elisabeth Elliot did just that! Biographer Ellen Vaughn shares Elisabeth’s life story, with all her strengths and weaknesses. Whether you know her name or not, your walk with Jesus will be enriched by her humanity and her trust in her Savior. Come meet Elisabeth Elliot, a "gutsy woman of faith," on Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Being Elisabeth Elliot by Ellen Vaughn November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

What would life look like if you went all-in with God? He is calling each of us.  What is holding you back? The risk? The unknown future? Reluctance to give up personal comforts? On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, author Jennifer Hand will help you put your "yes" on the table, and watch God do more in and through your life than you can ever imagine. Step into the thrilling walk of faith with this God who is all-in for you! Featured resource:My Yes is on the Table: Moving from Fear to Faith by Jennifer Hand November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Is Christianity still relevant in a post-modern Western culture? It is when you understand that Christianity is the source of our society's most cherished values—values like freedom, kindness, progress, and equality. Join us for Equipped as author and speaker Glen Scrivener will take us on a journey to discover how the teachings of Jesus not only turned the ancient world upside down but how they continue to underpin the way we think of life, worth, and meaning. Featured resource:The Air We Breathe: How We All Came to Believe in Freedom, Kindness, Progress, and Equality by Glen Scrivener November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

At Equipped with Chris Brooks, we regularly hear from parents who are struggling with hurt and fear when their child embraces a new gender. Laura Smalts was that child. She believed the lies and the false promises of freedom—until she discovered true freedom in the love of Jesus Christ. Laura will share her story and offer insights about how to relate well to loved ones living a transgender life. Featured resources:Transgender to Transformed by Laura PerryEden's Redemption ministry November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.  

Do you have a teenager you long to see come to Christ or grow more confident in their faith? On this edition of Equipped, Sean McDowell joins Chris Brooks to unpack the major ethical and relational issues confronting today's young people. He'll encourage our teens to rebel against prevailing cultural norms by seeking Godly wisdom and speaking truth in love. Featured resource:A Rebel's Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love Amid the Noise of Today's World by Sean McDowell November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Parenting consists of many habits and routines—mealtimes, getting ready for school, bedtimes. These habits can be opportunities to live out God's love in profound ways. Author and dad Justin Earley helps us see how we can incorporate spiritual meaning into the mundane moments of daily life. Learn how to establish Habits of the Household on Equipped. Featured resource:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

How do you share your faith in a culture that no longer shares a basic familiarity with the Bible or even a sense for God? On today's Equipped, we’ll be joined by Collin Hansen of The Gospel Coalition. He’ll help us learn how to use cultural apologetics to proclaim the gospel as the only way to fulfill longings for truth, beauty, and goodness. Be encouraged to make those in-roads with your friends and neighbors when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:The Gospel After Christendom by Collin Hansen November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

If you're the parent of a teen, you know there are conversations we need to have. But the timing matters. And our words and tone matter. On today's Equipped, father-son team Tim and Mark Shoemaker give us a roadmap for the trickiest conversations we may need to have with our teenagers. Get some encouragement when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:What to Say and How to Say it to Your Teen by Tim and Mark Shoemaker November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Artificial intelligence is advancing quickly. What does that mean for the church? And what does it mean for pastors and ministry leaders? Pastor, author, and missiologist Todd Korpi helps us understand the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead for the church. View A.I. through a biblical and theological lens when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:A.I. Goes to Church by Todd Korpi November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

To be fit for ministry, one must display a certain level of ability and gifting. How can we accurately measure our own gifts and what does it look like to be called to ministry? On this edition of Equipped, Dr. Jason Allen, president of Midwestern Baptist Seminary, will join Chris to offer his insights on serving the body of Christ. Featured resource:Discerning Your Call to Ministry by Jason K. Allen November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

There's new research regarding the stark reality of the lack of Bible access for an estimated 100 million Christians around the world. On Equipped, guest host Collin Lambert talks with president and CEO of Bible League International Jos Snoep. He'll help us understand the findings. How can we encourage our brothers and sisters without the Scriptures? Don't miss Equipped. Featured resource:Bible Access List November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

What have you been learning spiritually? What has God been teaching you? On today's Equipped, we want to hear what that spiritual lesson looks like. Maybe it’s a Scripture passage that you understand better. Or you’ve seen a biblical principle through your circumstances or a sermon series. Share your story of what and how God is teaching you on Equipped. November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Parents hear competing messages about raising their kids – and moms hear that chorus every day. Can you find a happy medium between Pinterest perfection and chaos culture, especially as we enter the holidays? Today on  Equipped, guest host Collin Lambert welcomes Jamie Erickson who says the mixed messages that moms get leave them feeling burdened and overwhelmed. Learn how to reshape your harried life of motherhood into one with delight and freedom when you join us for Equipped. Featured Resource:Ovewhelmed Mom by Jamie Erickson November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Life in the military, whether you're a serviceperson or a family member, carries a unique weight and stress. As Veterans Day approaches, how can we show genuine love and care for the men and women serving our country? On the next Equipped, Chaplain Charles Causey joins guest host Collin Lambert to give us practical ways to love our neighbors in the armed forces. Hear how God is working among those in the military when you join us for Equipped! November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Parenting consists of many habits and routines—mealtimes, getting ready for school, bedtimes. These habits can be opportunities to live out God's love in profound ways. Author and dad Justin Earley helps us see how we can incorporate spiritual meaning into the mundane moments of daily life. Learn how to establish Habits of the Household on Equipped. Featured resource:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

What is grace? The whole Bible tells the story of God's grace, connected by a thread of grace. The grand story of grace is full of drama, pain, and suffering, hope, expectation, and pursuit. On Equipped, join guest host Collin Lambert and Dr. Kyle DiRoberts as we see how we can understand and experience God's grace in our own lives.  Featured resource:Grace Beyond Salvation by Kyle DiRoberts November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Who or what is your measure of spiritual health and maturity? Sadly, far too many of us are being discipled by popular media or catchy slogans. On Equipped, discover the riches of going deeper in our quest for Christlikeness when Pastor J.T. English joins Chris Brooks with a fresh look at whole-church, whole-person discipleship. Featured resource:Deep Discipleship: How the Church Can Make Whole Disciples of Jesus by J.T. English November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

In a world that focuses on personal gain, imagine what could happen if we engaged in a sacrificial life by harnessing our career goals to restore broken places and help others flourish. Chris Brooks will explore the road to becoming a redemptive entrepreneur with Dave Blanchard of Praxis Labs. Catch a vision for investing your skills in creative service to others on Equipped. November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Do you feel like you’re in a hopeless or harsh season of life? Those wilderness times can feel scary and meaningless. But they’re also times when God reveals Himself to be faithful and true. Author and pastor Dustin Crowe shows us how God can grow our faith in Him during these struggles. Find encouragement in God’s good purposes, even during difficult seasons, on the next Equipped. Resources mentioned:Your Wilderness is Not a Waste by Dustin Crowe November thank you gift:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

When you hear the word anxiety, what comes to mind—fear, guilt, or shame? What if anxiety could actually become a way to receive God's grace and deepen your faith? Actress and author Blair Linne joins Chris Brooks to talk about new book, Made to Tremble, and discover the grace that steadies anxious hearts—on this episode of Equipped. Resources mentioned:Made to Tremble by Blair Linne October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

The current immigration conversation is very divisive. How should the church respond to immigrants? Daniel Yang, a former immigrant himself, helps us examine how the gospel speaks to the immigrant and the church at this time. Join us for a thoughtful dialogue on immigrants, immigration, and the church’s call to a faithful response when you join us for Equipped. Resources mentioned:Article: The Immigrant Canary Stuck in the American Evangelical Coal MineWorld Relief Churches of Welcome October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Does the church still matter in our modern world? If you’re disillusioned with the people or frustrated by politics in the church, you might be questioning whether or not you should invest your time and effort into the church. On the next Equipped, Carmen Joy Imes helps us see the importance of gathering as the church. Don’t miss this encouraging conversation when you join us for Equipped. Resources mentioned:Becoming God's Family by Carmen Joy Imes October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

There’s a growing cultural epidemic of fatherlessness in America—one that’s impacting generations of families. On the next Equipped, Chris Brooks is joined by Pastor Alton Hardy, who believes the answer to this crisis is found in the Gospel. He’s witnessing real transformation in his Alabama community, and he’ll share how that same hope can impact your life, too. Don’t miss this powerful story of Gospel-driven change—coming up next on Equipped. Resources mentioned:Long is the Way by Alton HardyArticle: The Fatherless Epidemic: Raising Up Men in Urban America October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

October 27 is International Religious Freedom Day. Chris will talk with listeners about how Chrisitians should respond when they're attacked by their faith. Then Todd Nettleton helps up prepare for the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians on November 2. Join us as we prepare and pray for persecuted believers close to home and around the world when you join us for Equipped. Resources mentioned:Article: When I'm Attacked for Being a Christian, How Should I Respond?Article: International Religious Freedom DayNov 2: International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Did Jesus really say He was God? Moody Bible Institute professor Dr. Mikel Del Rosario will tackle your questions about the historical Jesus. Some say Jesus only claimed human authority. We'll dive in to see what He said about Himself. Whether you're searching for answers yourself or trying to share about Jesus with others, don't miss this important conversation on Equipped. Featured resource:Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Making Sense of His Historical Claims by Mikel Del RosarioFounder's Week October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

How can we discern the truth in a culture where right is called wrong and evil is called good? Many sins have been rebranded as admirable virtues. Dr. John Koessler helps us identify these sins that have been subtly disguised in our culture. Learn how to follow Christ when evil masquerades as good when you join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

What do you really know about Jesus? Our culture—and even many Christians—put Jesus into boxes that don't hold up under scrutiny. Join Chris Brooks and Erica Wiggenhorn for a fresh look at the real Jesus who walked this earth as we journey through the Book of Luke. You will rediscover the Savior of our souls who longs for a relationship with us on Equipped. Featured resource:Unexplainable Jesus: Rediscovering the God You Thought You Knew by Erica Wiggenhorn October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Pastoring a church is one of the most rewarding—and challenging—callings. Today on Equipped, we’re talking about the joys and struggles of being a pastor and asking an important question: How can the church better love and care for their pastors? Don’t miss this encouraging conversation on Equipped.  October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Are you losing your faith? Our Christian walk is not an easy one but often entails a serious spiritual battle. We strive each day on Equipped to help you be prepared to "fight the good fight of the faith," as 1 Timothy 6:12 says. As you endeavor to follow Christ, we want to give you warning signs to look for that could derail you. Be encouraged to keep walking and serving the Lord when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:Article: 5 Signs of Losing Your Faith October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

How do you talk to your pastor about church security? In today's world, churches face growing safety concerns. On the next Equipped, crime and risk expert Simon Osamoh joins Chris Brooks to share simple, practical steps to help make any church—big or small—both welcoming and secure. Don't miss this important conversation. Featured resources:Securing Church Operations by Simon OsamohHow to Talk with Your Leader about Church Security by Simon OsamohWorship Security Academy October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

How healthy is your soul? Scott Hubbard of Desiring God will challenge us to examine six areas of our lives. How can looking at our heart, our habits, our hope, our enemies, our friends, and our neighbors help us to assess our growth? Carve out some time to take your spiritual vitals when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:Article: "How Healthy Is Your Soul?" by Scott Hubbard October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

We all want to live a life of significance, to make a difference in some way. The answer is not found in pursuing big things but in doing small things well. Learn more as Chris Brooks talks with Pastor Jeff Manion about the small things that produce great marriages, great companies, and great lives! Join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource:Dream Big, Think Small: Living an Extraordinary Life One Day at a Time by Jeff Manion October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Today's world is full of worry, pain, and uncertainty. Sociologists and world leaders try to address the crises and problems of society, but the answers elude them. Pastor Chris Castaldo will reveal how Jesus' counterintuitive teachings are the real means of bringing peace and blessing here and now. Don't miss this timely discussion about the Upside Down Kingdom of God on the next Equipped. Featured resource:The Upside Down Kingdom: Wisdom for Life from the Beatitudes by Chris Castaldo October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

In today's culture, it is crucial that parents equip the next generation with everything they need to know about sex and sexuality. Where do we begin and can we avoid the awkwardness you both are feeling?  With the right approach, it can be easier than you think! Axis co-founder and CEO David Eaton joins Chris Brooks to answer your questions and provide the resources you need to confidently talk to your child about sex. Featured resource:A Parent’s Guide To Kicking Off The Sex Talk: Six Conversations October thank you gift:Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.