Equip & Empower Podcast with Christine Caine

Have no doubt about this - the Enemy is on a mission to take you out. And he knows one of the quickest ways to take you out is to take your peace. So how do you fight back? How do you hold onto your peace? By protecting your heart. In today’s world, that can feel easier said than done, but there are some practical steps you can take to keep faith and peace in your heart. Create a regular habit of...

What do you do when circumstances, friendship, job situations, or lost opportunities disappoint? When things don’t go our way, despite our best efforts, our natural inclination may be to try to take control of the situation. We may attempt to manage by withdrawing from life and avoiding our problems, or by striving in our own strength to make everything right. Sometimes the hardest thing to do is...

Your life will change forever when you begin to see the power of the “here and now.” It’s really all that we’ve got! We can act like our calling is out there somewhere, and that we’ll discover it some day—but your purpose is always happening right here and right now. Let’s not keep thinking “if only” I knew my mission, or “if only” I was more qualified, or “if only” things at work weren’t so deman...

Do you find yourself always bracing for and anticipating the worst, filled with anxiety about what lies ahead, not holding onto much hope for an incredible future? Or do you live expecting God to do awesome things in your life today and every day? The perspective we choose will determine the direction of our life. What would it be like if you had a faith that sees beyond what’s possible and trusts...

Is there something holding you back? If so, it might not be what you think it is. Whether you already know what you want in life—or you’re still looking at all the possibilities—if you’re not where you’d like to be, consider this: you may actually be trying too hard. Some of us have spent a lifetime striving to make things happen in our own strength. We wear ourselves out jockeying for position, s...

You can be just as strong, passionate, and fruitful today as you have been at any other point in your life—no matter your age or your season in life. Do you believe that? It can be hard when we have a culture and an enemy that tells us it’s over, it’s too late, it’s too hard, we’re no longer qualified, or there are too many obstacles to overcome. But God has made it very clear in his Word that he...

In our fast-paced, instant culture, most of us really do not like waiting. And that’s particularly true when we’re waiting for direction in life, for wisdom and answers from God, isn’t it? We’re eager to get going, and anything less than getting it “right now” feels like being held back. But if we want to see the purposes and plans of God come to pass in our lives, we have to learn to live on God’...

It is usually quite easy to have faith and trust God when everything in life is smooth sailing, isn’t it? But what do you do when you find yourself facing a massive challenge? Maybe it’s a daunting financial setback, a relationship you’ve been longing for, a marriage in need of restoration, or an unsettling health diagnosis. Whatever it is, when we find ourselves face to face with an enormous moun...

You’re not the only one who wants your life to be as abundant, joy-filled, and fruitful as possible—that’s exactly what God wants for you too. And he has a plan for you that is greater than you can even think or imagine. But here’s the question: are you willing to wait for it? Sometimes we miss out on the best life we could experience because we grow weary of waiting on God’s timing and settle for...

If you’re having a tough time getting through a challenging season, be encouraged with this truth: God has always got your back. You might be tempted to think that when you’re facing setbacks, you’re on your own. But nothing could be further from the truth. God is always on your side and is always with you. And he won’t just get you through the tough times, he will use them to reveal things he wan...

Spiritual maturity may not sound super exciting—at first. But it can be the critical difference-maker between leading fruitful lives we love or spending our days feeling purposeless and frustrated. Spiritual maturity isn’t about age or a behavior modification system, it’s about allowing God to completely invade our hearts, making us more like him every day as he transforms us from the inside out....

God, have you forgotten me? Am I being punished? What’s going on because I just don’t get it. Anyone been there? Doubts can start to creep in when we think God isn’t answering our prayers and we have no idea how long the silence will last. In these times, it’s tempting to rely solely on our own logic to try to make sense of it. But if we trust that God’s thoughts are greater, wiser, and far more p...

It’s a normal part of being human to feel a bit worn out on occasion simply from the challenges of everyday life. But if you’re feeling hopeless, exhausted, and helpless day after day, your soul could be telling you that it’s wounded and weary and in need of some hope. A weary soul makes life’s challenges even harder to handle. But no matter how overwhelming things may appear in times of stress or...

What’s on your mind when heading to a party or just before you’re about to walk into the first day of class or a new job? We might naturally be preoccupied with things like, What will I say? Will they like me? How do I look? But what if just before entering a room we instead wondered, how can I bring light and love to this place? We’d go from self conscious and uncertain to bold and confident as w...

What holds you back from telling people about Jesus; from sharing with people how he has transformed your life and is waiting to transform theirs as well? One reason many people give is that they don’t feel qualified. But here’s the truth: if you have encountered Jesus, not only does that qualify you to share him with others, it compels you to! And it doesn’t have to be complicated. Our role in Go...

 The journey to fulfill our calling in life is not usually a short trip. In fact, it’s often a long road with some inevitable bumps along the way. And, if we’re not careful, we will stumble into weariness and get stuck. But with a dependable source of fuel and strength, we can have the stamina, passion, and perseverance needed to pursue our dreams, fulfill our purpose, change the world, and remain...

When you find yourself longing for transformation in your life—for more joy, more peace, more fulfillment—chances are you start a list of all of the circumstances that need to change to get you there. We find ourselves believing that as soon as we get a better job, further our education, find a romantic partner, get healthy or make more money then our life will be all that we’ve ever dreamed about...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to identify the divine appoi...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to pursue impact and purpose...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to lean into God's strength...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to hold onto hope that break...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to stop waiting for permissi...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to embrace the stretch betwe...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to grow from the inside out...

Welcome you to the Summer of Purpose. Do you believe you were created by God, on purpose and for a purpose? You were! And this special summer series has been created to remind you of the plans and promises God has just for you. Dive into these teachings and walk away with a renewed passion to play your part and impact the world for Jesus.  This episode will empower you to discover the purpose that...