Equipped with Chris Brooks

Here at Equipped, we care about life from beginning to end and we care about women facing unplanned pregnancies! Today Chris takes a hard look at a new Louisiana law banning chemical abortions and its impact on women. Then we'll hear about students standing for life on our college campuses and what you can do to help! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor and teacher Nate Pickowicz enlightens our understanding of God’s divine goodness and compassion. Where have you seen God’s goodness in your life? Or are you struggling to see God as good right now? Chris and Nate will take your calls as they explore the character of God reflected in the Bible and demonstrated in the world, even and especially in the hard times! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know a strong Christian presence exists in the professional and collegiate sports world? Some of the men and women we look up to have strong testimonies for Jesus! What does standing firm in your faith in a competitive sports culture take? Chris Brooks and Jason Romano from Sports Spectrum will answer your questions about succeeding as a Christian athlete when faith meets sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you noticed how obsessed we are with bigness? From supersized meals to big-screen TV’s, we think bigger is better even for the Church! Author and pastor Karl Vaters loves the local church! He joins Chris Brooks to help us refocus our goals for Church growth in a way that brings healing, rebuilds trust, and reaches our communities for Christ! If you have been disillusioned by the American Church or long to see your own church renewed, don't miss this discussion! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us want 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. EQUIPPERS - Our next ZOOM MEETING is Thursday, April 7! REGISTRATION DETAILS ARE IN YOUR E-MAIL INBOX. Not an Equipper and want to attend? Become an Equipper Today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God is at work in one of the unlikeliest places on the planet…the American Prison System! Lives are being transformed and rebuilt! If you or a loved one is serving time, hope is ahead! Heather Rice-Manus, head of Prison Fellowship, joins Chris Brooks with first-hand stories of new life behind bars! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you experiencing real peace and joy in life? The Bible tells us that it’s not only possible; it is God’s will for us! Chris Brooks will examine the ‘theology of shalom’ that helps us flourish in the midst of adversity and affliction with Bible scholar Jeremiah Johnston. He will help us learn to create habits that open the way to genuine Shalom in our own lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Stonestreet is on the front lines, helping Christians live our faith in today’s society. John joins Chris to discuss the significance of a new statue in the Capitol Building and how to answer youth who want answers for the brokenness of our world! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to meet Jesus? That is the most important question we each must answer! Anne Graham Lotz and her daughter Rachel-Ruth offer an invitation to you to know Jesus more personally. We want to be ready when our great Bridegroom returns to welcome us to His eternal home! No matter what your relationship with Jesus is right now, you will find hope, encouragement, and love on this special edition of Equipped! How to Know Jesus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we follow Christ when our culture is so distant from God and His Word? We are not the first ones to live in an ungodly culture. Daniel endured a lifetime in a nation much like ours in ancient Babylon. Today Chris Brooks shares crucial lessons about the dangers of pride from Daniel 4 to help us live as a faithful Christians in age of arrogance and evil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The family unit as designed by God is facing stronger opposition than ever before. Chris Brooks welcomes noted author, government leader, and esteemed pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson to share his story and concerns for our country’s future. Dr. Carson will outline a Biblical family's vital role in our nation and offer commonsense solutions to restore the family to its place in society! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you watch the news at all, you have seen the stories of campus protests and anti-semitism over the Israeli-Hamas conflict. How can we apply a Biblical worldview to these events? Chris Brooks turns to Bible professor and radio host, Dr. Michael Rydelnik for insight on applying the heart of Jesus to our prayers and conversations about Israel, Palestine, and Hamas. Dr. Rydelnik answers the charge that Jews killed Jesus in this blog post. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our culture is increasingly endorsing LGBTQ relationships, to the point that many believers and even Christian denominations are endorsing these lifestyles. What does the Bible really say about same-sex relationships? Author and Christian apologist, Rebecca McLaughlin joins Chris Brooks to open the Scriptures and clearly explain the answer! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where do you go with questions about God and the Bible? If you are wrestling with your faith or need answers for someone else, join us today! Chris will talk with a man who has spent 22 years answering millions of Bible questions and he’s probably answered yours! So bring your questions and find solid answers from God’s Word! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and Chris Brooks invites you to join him in honoring Moms, everywhere! Share your stories of impact. What shaped you? What lesson or experience helped you become the person you are today? Chris also talks about great mothers from church history. Hear about the role of godly mothers and celebrate their lasting influence! 5 Mothers Who Helped Shape Christian History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may know the name Joni Eareckson Tada. She has spent over 50 years in a wheelchair but she shines with the joy of Jesus! What’s her secret? She has learned to practice the presence of Jesus! Joni joins Chris today to help us experience the joy of actively abiding in Christ moment by moment! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You have probably heard that young people are leaving the Christian faith but Chirs Brooks has some good news to share! A new survey from the American Bible Society reflects exciting results about Gen Z‘s engagement with the Scriptures! Join Chris for an in-depth look at the Bible and Christian faith in America! Download a copy of the State of the Bible 2024 Report here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Brooks wants to help you live, share and defend your faith in every arena of life, including your role as a citizen of your state and this nation. Today on Equipped, Chris is joined by James Muffett of the Student Statesmanship Institute to explain what it means to be a political disciple and how to live as a Christian in this political age! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we follow Christ when our culture is so distant from God and His Word? We are not the first ones to live in an ungodly culture. Daniel and his friends endured a time much like ours in ancient Babylon. Join Chris Brooks as he looks to Daniel’s companions to answer the question: Is God really all-powerful? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to meet Jesus? That is the most important question we each must answer! Anne Graham Lotz and her daughter Rachel-Ruth offer an invitation to you to know Jesus more personally. We want to be ready when our great Bridegroom returns to welcome us to His eternal home! No matter what your relationship with Jesus is right now, you will find hope, encouragement, and love on this special edition of Equipped! How to Know Jesus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.