Equipped with Chris Brooks

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 Equipped with Chris Brooks! Featured resource:Disruptive Compassion: Becoming the Revolutionary You Were Born to Be by Hal Donaldson June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 the Shores of the Global Refugee Crisis by Stephan Bauman, Matthew Soerens, and Dr. Issam Smeir  June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 Shannon Popkin June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 Brooks, John addresses crucial questions so we can confidently take our next steps with Jesus. Featured resource:Questioning God? Answers to Questions Worth Asking by John Hopper June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Yes! You Really Can Change! by Chip Ingram June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 Lucado June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.  

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 to Hold it All Together by Nichole J. Suvar June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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, and the church's responsibility to model ethnic unity. Examine with us how these issues are connected to a Christian understanding of what it means to be made in the image of God. June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker June thank you gift:72 Questions (and Answers) About Life and Becoming the Man God Designed You to Be by Tim and Mark Shoemaker 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.

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 Brooks discuss why this is happening and how we can prepare for a fresh wave of former skeptics who are now seeking Jesus! Featured resource:The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God by Justin Brierly May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

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 Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

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 Secrets For Your Twenties by Paul AngoneAll Groan Up by Paul Angone May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 Monday by Matt Rusten May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

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 resource:Triumph Over Terror by Bob Ossler and Janice Hall Heck  May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

What do you do when the faith you once held crumbles in the face of doubt, abuse, rejection, or injustice, even within the church?  Bible teacher Lina AbuJamra gets it. She walked that road and it nearly deconstructed her Christianity.  She will share her story and take your questions about finding your way back to God even while you struggle with the pain.  Don’t miss the next edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks.  Featured resource:Fractured Faith by Lina AbuJamra  May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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 struggling with sin or addiction? From porn to pills, from money to alcohol, John Elmore knows what it's like to be stuck and how to get free! If you think there's no way out, don't give up. On the next Equipped with Chris Brooks, John will share the hope of Christ's transforming power over despair and addiction. Discover what you can do each day, one day at a time, to walk in freedom and joy. Featured resource: Freedom Starts Today: Overcoming Struggles and Addictions One Day at a Time by John Elmore May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

When we face suffering, we want to know someone understands. Brittany Allen reveals the God who is “near to the brokenhearted.” She’ll help us combat the lies and half-truths we often believe about our suffering. Learn to find the courage to grieve and embrace the God who heals when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks.  Featured resource:Free to Weep by Brittany Allen May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

Moms should never underestimate their influence. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Tim Challies shares precious stories of godly mothers, many of whom lived at the margins of society or struggled with weakness. These simple Christian mothers shaped the men who changed the world, and so can you! Come meet these women and learn their secrets to raising children who honor and glorify God. Featured resource:Devoted: Great Men and Their Godly Moms by Tim Challies May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

The first Thursday of May is set aside as the National Day of Prayer, and this year marks its 75th anniversary. During Equipped with Chris Brooks, we will spend the hour in prayer alongside several leaders. I hope you can set aside time to join us for this special National Day of Prayer edition of Equipped. Mentioned resources:NationalDayofPrayer.orgThe Second Evangelical Awakening by J. Edwin Orr May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

One of the most important practices as Christian parents is to teach children God’s Word. Yet, parents often feel overwhelmed, timid, and ill-equipped to lead their families. Michael and Melissa Kruger will give parents some practical ways to lead their families in how to study the Scriptures together. Don’t miss the next Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:The Good News Family Devotional by Michael and Melissa Kruger May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

Ever wonder why mothers and daughters can be so different and even seem to speak different languages? If your relationship with your mom or daughter is frayed, we want to give you some encouragement. Blythe Daniel will give you ways to speak life into your relationship with your mother or daughter. If you have a difficult history with your mother or daughter, you don’t have to continue patterns of brokenness. Learn how God can mend your heart to His and to hers when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource:Mended: Restoring the Hearts of Mothers and Daughters by Blythe Daniel and Helen McIntosh May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

It's heartbreaking when a Christian leader falls into sin. Should that person be allowed to lead in the church again? What does biblical restoration of that leader look like? It's a hard topic, filled with hurt and pain in relationships. Don't miss the conversation on Equipped with Chris Brooks. May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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.

We know that many Christians are afraid to share their faith but most of us can carry on a conversation. We can learn to pay attention to the people around us and ask good questions. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, author and apologist Dave Sterrett will guide us toward 7 essentials to the Gospel and encourage us to engage others in Jesus conversations. Featured resource:Jesus Conversations: Effective Everyday Engagement by Dave Sterrett May thank you gift:Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy 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 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 April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

Why do some teens thrive as adults while others struggle? What makes the difference? Could it be as simple as finding a wise friend and following their lead? Chris Brooks will introduce you to a man who not only turned his life around but is passing the secrets of his success along to others. Is a young man you know struggling in life? Don't miss the wisdom of Dr. Clarence Shuler on this edition of Equipped. Featured resource:Choose Greatness: 11 Wise Decisions Wise Young Men Make by Gary Chapman and Clarence Shuler April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.  

What happens when you pray? For many of us, praying has become more like a two-way transaction with a heavenly vending machine than a warm encounter with our heavenly Father. If you long to get more than answers when you go to prayer, listen to the Equipped with Chris Brooks as Skye Jethani helps us learn to pursue God through a praying life, just like Jesus did. Featured resource:What if Jesus was Serious About Prayer? by Skye Jethani April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

Where do we go for wise information? Many people will say social media or the internet, but what is the true source of Wisdom and how do we access it? Brett McCracken joins Chris Brooks to walk us through a healthy diet of biblical wisdom from some surprising sources! Learn to become discerning about how you consume information to develop a heart of wisdom when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:The Wisdom Pyramid: Feeding Your Soul in a Post-Truth World by Brett McCracken April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

If someone asked you, "What do I need to believe to be a Christian?" what would you say? Sometimes the best answer is the simplest one and one many of us learned in Sunday School in that little song, "Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so!" Do you know that Jesus loves you?  Do you know why it's so important for your own life and for those who don't yet know Jesus? Chris Brooks and Pastor John S. Dickerson review what Christians believe and why it matters! Featured resource:Jesus Loves Me: Christian Essentials for the Head and the Heart by John S. Dickerson April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

Children need to believe their future is bright and they need parents who help them grow from negative experiences. It’s all about building resiliency - a character trait that leads to emotional strength and vital relationships. Educational psychologist Dr. Kathy Koch shares keen insight from science and the Bible about how we can guide our kids toward a more resilient future on Equipped with Chris Brooks! Featured Resource: Resilient Kids by Dr. Kathy Koch April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

In a culture that prizes outrage over reconciliation, forgiveness is increasingly dismissed as weakness. But what if forgiveness is not about minimizing justice—but restoring hope? Apologist Amy Orr-Ewing wants us to reclaim the transformative power of this biblical command. Learn how forgiveness is Christianity's most radical gift to a world in crisis—when you join us for the next Equipped with Chris Brooks.  Featured Resources:Forgiveness: Reclaiming its Power in a Culture of Outrage and Fear by Amy Orr-Ewing The Lead Podcast with Amy Orr-Ewing Article: “Cancel Culture is a Scourge but it’s Rooted in Goodness” by Amy Orr-Ewing April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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. 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.

What is a Christian parent’s biggest concern? Isn’t it to see our children walking with the Lord? Each of us must have important conversations with our children about Jesus. Natasha Crain joins Chris Brooks with practical insights for addressing faith-filled truth and tough topics with your kids. Don’t miss the next important edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured Resource:Talking to Your Kids About Jesus by Natasha Crain April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

Over 40 million Americans have dechurched in just a few decades. Pastor Brad Edwards contends that this is because individualism has exploited critical weaknesses in our discipleship. Brad will show us how to rediscover the goodness and beauty of the Body on Christ. Learn why the Church still matters when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured Resource:The Reason for the Church by Brad Edwards April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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 Satan real or is he simply a character invented for our entertainment or nightmares? Should Christians be concerned about demons and their influence in our lives or our nation? On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, we will explore the answers to these and other questions with Dr. Marcus Warner, president of Deeper Walk International. He will take us into the Word of God so we can be equipped to live victoriously in Christ.  Featured Resource:What Every Believer Should Know about Spiritual Warfare by Marcus Warner April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

There are 342 million people in the U.S. and at least one-third self-identify as non-believers in Jesus. What are the obstacles to reaching these people? How can we overcome our own obstacles to share the gospel with those who desperately need to hear it? Don't miss the conversation with Dr. Michael Rydelnik and Chris Brooks on Equipped. Featured resource:How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Dr. Michael Rydelnik Mentioned resource:Placed for a Purpose by Chris and Elizabeth McKinney April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

Christian character is crucial if we are to proclaim God’s truth in this culture. More than preaching style, knowledge, or personal gifts, Jesus Christ calls us to faithfully lead His church by example. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Aaron Menikoff offers practical encouragement for living Spirit-filled lives as authentic pastors and Christian leaders. Featured Resource:Character Matters: Shepherding in the Fruit of the Spirit by Aaron Menikoff April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

Emotionally destructive relationships can be hard to define but they are no less painful than physical abuse. Leslie Vernick knows the pain of emotional abuse and the road to freedom. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, she'll help you learn to recognize the abuse, stop it, and thrive on the other side of emotionally destructive relationships. Featured Resource:The Emotionally Destructive Relationship by Leslie Vernick April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.

We all want to make a difference in our corner of the world but where do we start? The first step can be as simple as saying hello to your neighbors! Brandon Clements is changing his community one handshake at a time. We'll talk about the power of hospitality on this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured Resource:The Simplest Way to Change the World: Biblical Hospitality as a way of Life by Dustin Willis and Brandon Clements April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks 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.