Equipped with Chris Brooks

The Imago Dei, the image of God, is seen in each person. On Equipped with Chris Brooks , we'll see how that looks in two different conversations. First, Chris will talk with York Moore about Juneteenth and the celebration of faith and freedom that it is. Then, a recent study by Barna sheds light on the questions and issues teens face today. Don't miss the conversations on the next Equipped with Ch...

Dads, what was the best advice or wisdom you have recieved on fatherhood? If you're a dad looking for encouragement or have benefited from learning about fatherhood in the local church, join us for Equipped . Chris Brooks will encourage dads to see the church as a place to grow and train in becoming a better father. Featured resource: Article: 6 Ways to Prepare Men in Your Church for Fatherhood Ju...

Whether you lead an organization, a sports team or a family, we have the ability to speak words of life that will inspire our people to unleash their potential. Leadership expert Dr. Tim Irwin combines brain science and the wisdom of top CEOs to reveal a new approach that brings out the best in those we lead! Are you ready to see a change in your team? Then join us for this exciting edition of Equ...

The youth sports culture is a hyper-competitive one that seems to be starting younger every season. As parents, we can help our kids process all the highs and lows of playing sports. Karl Clauson talks with Brian Smith of Athletes in Action, who says we can steward these moments well with the Bible. Learn how youth sports can become a meaningful discipleship opportunity when you join us for Equipp...

Do the dire needs of the world make you feel helpless and sad? Are you at a loss to know how to help? Hal Donaldson felt that way too until someone pointed the way to disruptive compassion!  Join our discussion about getting off the sidelines and into the game of becoming a world-changer. Learn to start right where you are to be the revolutionary you were born to be - on this edition of Equip...

How should Christians respond to the refugee crisis? More than 117 million people worldwide have been forced from their homes. As the crisis grows, so does the divide between the two sides of the issue. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks , Matthew Soerens of World Relief shows us ways the Church can demonstrate God’s love for refugees.  Featured resource: Seeking Refuge: On t...

Are Christians too judgy? How can we make wise judgments and not be harshly judgmental? Bible teacher and author Shannon Popkin helps us gain biblical clarity on judgment and mercy. Learn how to find mercy for yourself and others when you join us for this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks . Featured resource: Kinda Judgy: Finding Mercy for Myself and Others in Six Stories of the Bible  by...

Many of us have had honest questions about the Christian faith, and some of them may prevent us from moving closer to God. How we answer those questions makes all the difference! John Hopper has wrestled with many common concerns about life, God, and the Bible. He says "If Christianity involves anything worth believing, it ought to make sense first."  On this edition of Equipped with Chris Br...

Do you feel stuck in your Christian walk, hitting roadblock after roadblock? Or maybe it feels like you’re just spinning your wheels, caught in a cycle of expectations without real growth. Pastor Chip Ingram joins Chris Brooks to share godly wisdom and practical steps for experiencing true life change that honors God. Listen and discover the path to genuine spiritual strength on Equipped wit...

Happiness is something everyone wants but no one seems to attain it! Our culture defines happiness by what we hang in our closet, park in our garage, and deposit in our bank account, but that’s wrong! Listen as Pastor Max Lucado reveals the secret held by the happiest people on earth and how you can find enduring joy that always delivers! Featured resource: How Happiness Happens by Max Lucad...

Are you longing for peace in your life? Author Nichole Suvar takes us back to Creation, where true peace was designed. We'll discover how to seek after God’s original plan of peace and comfort instead of our own false Edens. If you’re an anxious, overwhelmed soul yearning for the peace of Eden, don't miss the encouragement on Equipped with Chris Brooks . Featured resource: I Don't Have...

The Bible holds the answers to the questions we have. In an era marked by rapid cultural change and moral uncertainty, author Daniel Darling wants Christians to dive into Scripture to find the ethical answers for our cultural questions. Find Biblical Wisdom for Everyday Life when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource: Biblical Wisdom for Everyday Life by Daniel Darling June...

June presents several opportunities for Christians to reflect on how the doctrine of the imago Dei —the belief that every person is created in God's image—shapes our understanding of human dignity and ethics. In this episode of Equipped with Chris Brooks , Chris explores three important topics through that lens: the value of fathers and fatherhood, the biblical view of human sexuality,...

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 wh...

Navigating manhood comes with questions—and God's Word has the answers. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks , we’ll talk with father and son Tim and Mark Shoemaker about the questions students and young men have—and where to look in Scripture for the answers. Find answers to tough questions when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource: 72 Questions (and Answers) Abo...

The Christian faith that shaped the West has been replaced by sweeping secularism. But what if this isn’t the whole story? Could we be witnessing a return to belief in God in this generation? Writer and broadcaster Justin Brierley is convinced that we are seeing a growing wave of faith among intellectuals and former atheists. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks , Justin and Chris B...

Raising daughters is a gift—it presents unique opportunities and unique challenges. Author September McCarthy has raised seven daughters and on the next Equipped with Chris Brooks , she’ll encourage girl-moms (and dads) to raise your daughter to understand God’s delight in her. Wherever you are on the mother-daughter journey, I hope you can join us. Featured resource: Raising Dau...

The twenties are a season of change—filled with excitement, uncertainty, disappointment, and growth. I’ll talk with the Twentysomething Transition Expert Paul Angone about helping young adults navigate this important stage of life. If you or someone you care about is struggling through the transition into adulthood, join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks . Featured resources: 101 Secre...

Colossians 3:23 says, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,” – but do we really live like we believe that all work matters to the church? Matt Rusten will help us see what a faithful life at work looks like. Be encouraged to represent Christ while doing your daily work when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks . Featured resource: Pastoring for M...

Where is God in the midst of violence and terror? Chaplain and firefighter Bob Ossler made his way to Ground Zero to serve and comfort the horror-stricken in New York City following the attacks on September 11, 2001. On this Memorial Day edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks , he shares stories from first responders and shares God's comfort during times of trauma, violence, and loss. Featured reso...

A family vacation or trip is great time to connect with each other. But it can be easy to let spiritual habits fall away during these times. Dr. Rob Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries says that we can be intentional with this time together. Learn how travel can become an opportunity for your family to grow together spiritually when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks . Featured resources...

For a spiritual leader to flourish, they must live wholeheartedly for Christ. But there is a danger of sabotage by functional idols that result in a cycle of self-destructive choices. How can a Christian leader or pastor avoid landmines in ministry and continue to thrive? Dave Wiedis of ServingLeaders Ministries joins Chris Brooks to give encouragement. If you're a ministry leader, don't miss the...

If you're a parent, you never cease to be a parent, no matter the age of your child. And one of the biggest heartaches a Christian parent can have is watching their child walk away from following Christ. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks , we will give some help, hope, and encouragement for parents of prodigal children. Featured resources: A Practical Guide for Praying Parents  by...

Raising daughters is a gift—it presents unique opportunities and unique challenges. Author September McCarthy has raised seven daughters and on the next Equipped with Chris Brooks , she’ll encourage girl-moms (and dads) to raise your daughter to understand God’s delight in her. Wherever you are on the mother-daughter journey, I hope you can join us. Featured resource: Raising Dau...

Many of us want work to heal the racial divides in our nation and just need some objective ways to begin. Chris Brooks talks with Pastor Derwin Gray , who will provide a deep dive into biblical racial reconciliation that is void of critical race theory but is realistic and relational. Don't miss this crucial conversation, coming up on Equipped with Chris Brooks .  Featured resource: How to He...