Equipped with Chris Brooks

What would it look like to form kids with lasting faith in Jesus, no matter the culture or context? On our next edition of Equipped, president of Awana Matt Markins will talk with Chris Brooks about how we can help train up our young people in their faith. How do we disciple the next generation in a post-Christian culture? Get some hope and tips on the next Equipped. Featured resource: Forming Faith: Discipling the Next Generation in a Post-Christian Culture by Matt Markins, Mike Handler, and Sam Luce September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's an epidemic sweeping through our culture—loneliness. Maybe you're feeling isolated, disconnected, and it's led to you battling depression, suicidal thoughts, or the urge to self-harm. On the next Equipped with Chris Brooks, we're going to talk about how to move from loneliness to true, meaningful connection. Don't miss it. Featured resource: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you love your church during cultural flashpoints? Last week's assassination of political activity Charlie Kirk is one of those flashpoints. It seems that people are making the decision to leave their churches based on how their pastors and leadership have responded to big cultural moments in our society, whether that's through action or through silence. Don't miss the conversation on Equipped with Chris Brooks as we look at five troubling trends threatening the church today and encourage pastors. September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a parent of teenagers, Chris Brooks knows what it’s like when drama seems to fill the room. If you have teenagers, do you have a plan to help them to deal with anger management? To make things right when conflict arises? We’re going to talk about A Teen’s Guide to Conflict with Dr. Jennifer Thomas. Learn some ways to help your teen deal with sibling rivalry, as well as conflicts with peers and adults on the next edition of Equipped. Featured resource: A Teen's Guide to Conflict by Gary Chapman with Jennifer Thomas and Paige Haley Drygas September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When faced with situations that go against our Christian beliefs, how do we act with clarity, confidence, and courage? There's new documentary that shows how some believers are making a difference right where they are. John Stonestreet will talk about these ordinary Christians who are being agents of change. Be inspired to stand up for Truth when you join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource: Documentary: Truth Rising September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the role of a pastor in the local church? Answers to that question range from just being a preacher to being an expert in everything. On the next edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, we're going to talk wiht Dr. Joel Lawrence about pastoral identity. What does it mean to be a pastor theologian and why is that important? I hope you can join us for the next edition of Equipped. Mentioned resource: Pastor Theologians Conference, Oct 20-22, 2025 September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Wednesday, tragedy struck at a university in Utah. On this edition of Equipped, Chris Brooks will speak with Abdu Murray to help us process the events surrounding Charlie Kirk’s death. How can we make sense of such tragedy? And how can we help our young people navigate a culture increasingly marked by violence? Join us for this important conversation on Equipped. Featured resources: Article: From Cancel Culture to Assassination Culture? Article: 3 Doctrines to Help Share the Gospel with Mormons September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How often do you attend church? For some, the answer is weekly, for others it's never. On our next Equipped, join the conversation with Christianity Today news editor Daniel Silliman as we talk about new research that surprising about church attendance. You don't want to miss the next Equipped. Featured resource: Article: Gen Z Now Leads in Church Attendance September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The love of God has a story – and it’s bigger than you and me because it involves God Himself. Author and poet Quina Aragon will share how, before the foundations of the earth, THE great Storyteller was penning a story of Someone in search of YOU. Learn how you fit into the greatest love story ever told when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource: Love Has a Story: 100 Medditations on the Enduring Love of God by Quina Aragon September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Equipped, Chris Brooks is back in the host seat, and he wants to hear from you! He’ll share how God has been working in these last several months and give an update on his daughter’s health. Then we explore a new study about church attendance and the surprising results about Gen Z. Join us for the conversation about living out our faith in a rapidly changing culture. Featured resource: Article: Which generation has the 'most frequent churchgoers'? September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the Old Testament a mystery to you? Perhaps you know many of the stories but they seem disconnected from each other. Dr. Sandra Richter has brought the Old Testament to life by exploring the real people and places detailed in Scripture. She will explain the history of God's redeeming grace—a story that runs from the Garden of Eden in Genesis to the garden of the New Jerusalem in Revelation! Featured resources: The Epic of Eden (series) by Sandra Richter The Epic of Eden: Understanding the Old Testament by Sandra Richter September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning director and documentary filmmaker Craig Forrest has traveled to over 150 countries across six continents. With a passion for teaching and inspiring the next generation, he equips young people to use media production to spread the Gospel. On the next edition of Equipped, hear how the Gospel is reaching new corners of the world as Craig shares his faith-driven mission with churches and film students with guest host Collin Lambert. Discover how media missions is growing when you join us for Equipped. September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our culture is more connected than ever through technology, yet we’re experiencing an epidemic of loneliness. We look for ways to meet our relational needs but often fall short of forming bonds of friendship. Becky Harling offers biblical answers and practical tools to help you build the relationships your soul craves. Learn how to cultivate deeper connections in a lonely world on Equipped. Featured resource: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re a caregiver or know someone who is, you know those demands can often leave someone feeling exhausted, isolated, stressed, or unappreciated. Jess Ronne is walking that road of caregiving with grit and grace. Guest host Collin Lambert welcomes Jess to give you hope and encouragement. This is your invitation to view your caregiving role through the lens of eternity. Join us for the next edition of Equipped. Featured resource: Caregiving with Grit and Grace: 100 Days of Hope and Encouragement by Jessica Ronne Resources mentioned: Unseen documentary The Lucas Project September thank you gift: Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World by Becky Harling Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who are you? I’m guessing you will answer that question with some role you play or job you do. Even as Christians, we often look to our families, our experience, or our connections for our identity, but aren’t we more than all of this? Pastor and author Daniel Im has uncovered the lies we believe and the answers we long for. He will help us discover our own unshakeable identity, next time on Equipped! Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 our next Equipped, 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 August thank you gift: The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel and Gaza continue to make headlines. As followers of Jesus, how should we respond to what we see and hear in the media? Should Christians still support Israel? On the next Equipped, guest host Collin Lambert welcomes Dr. Charlie Dyer to discuss the latest developments in Israel and Gaza—and how we can respond with truth, compassion, and biblical wisdom. Join the conversation on the next Equipped. Featured resource: Who Owns the Land? An In-Depth Look at the Truth Behind the Middle East Conflict by Stanley Ellisen, updated and revised by Charles H. Dyer August thank you gift: The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you struggle to stay consistent in reading God's Word? Rachel Jones shows us how to build a Bible-reading habit. She'll give guidance in how to grow in confidence, understand the Scriptures more deeply, and reignite your desire to read God's Word. Whether you're new to the Bible or just need a fresh start, join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource: The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones August thank you gift: The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're all waiting for a breakthrough of some kind. And all too often, in that time-in-between, we forget who God is. We forget what He's like. But if we forget who God is, we’ll forget who we are. On the next Equipped, guest host Susie Larson will explore the Israelites' journey out of slavery and into the Promised Land. Together, we'll learn how to navigate the time between the promise and the Promised Land. Featured resource: Closer Than Your Next Breath: Where Is God When You Need Him Most? by Susie Larson August thank you gift: The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing's more life-transforming and valuable than daily engaging God's Word and His promises. But it can become difficult when life is busy and full of obligations—and there are so many distractions. On our next Equipped, Chris Brooks talks with Bible teacher Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth about a resource that will transform your Bible time. Join us for the next Equipped. Featured resources: CSB Notetaking Bible, Revive Our Hearts Edition True Woman 2025 conference August thank you gift: The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.