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Equipped with Chris Brooks

Moody Radio

Equipped with Chris Brooks encourages listeners to live an impactful Christian life in a rapidly changing culture.

Location:

Chicago, IL

Networks:

Moody Radio

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Equipped with Chris Brooks encourages listeners to live an impactful Christian life in a rapidly changing culture.

Language:

English

Contact:

820 N. LaSalle Blvd., Chicago, IL 60610


Episodes
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Truth in an Age of Confusion

2/2/2026
Is it possible to know what's real anymore? Abdu Murray argues that the twin forces of artificial intelligence and shifting gender ideology are reshaping our society and how people understand truth and identity. How can we stand against the cultural confusion around us? Join us for the next Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource: Fake ID: How AI and Identity Ideology Are Collapsing Reality—and What to Do About It by Abdu Murray February thank you gift: D.L. Moody: God's Bold Messenger by Faith Coxe Bailey 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.

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Practicing the Way

1/30/2026
The Bible promises that transformation in the Christian life is possible—but it is not inevitable. What does it take to see our lives change as we walk with Jesus? What temptations hold you back from victory and joy as a believer? For answers to these vital questions, don't miss Equipped with John Mark Comer about intentionally becoming an apprentice of Jesus. Featured resource: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Examining Culture Through the Lens of Scripture

1/29/2026
It’s our goal on Equipped with Chris Brooks to help you learn to evaluate current events and issues through the clear lens of Scripture so you can speak and act like Jesus. We'll engage in critical biblical thinking and apply what we learn to our walk of faith. Our phone lines will be open and we look forward to hearing from you—on the next edition of Equipped! January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Walking with Your Loved One Through Chronic Pain and Illness

1/28/2026
Do you have a loved one whose life is wracked by illness and pain? Whether you’re a family member or friend, your life changes, too. On the next edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Nate Brooks joins us. He has walked alongside a spouse with chronic pain. If you’re on that journey, don’t miss the comfort and hope found in Scripture. Featured resource: Disrupted Journey: Walking with Your Loved One Through Chronic Pain and Illness by Nate Brooks January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

Duration:00:46:57

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Not Old, Not Young, Not Done

1/27/2026
Those in their 50s and 60s have unique opportunities and challenges. They’ve lived a lot of life and have wisdom – but aren’t close to being done in following Jesus. How do we keep serving God when we’re not old and not young? Christopher Ash joins us on Equipped with Chris Brooks to talk about faithful living and serving in midlife. Don’t miss an encouraging conversation! Featured resource: Not Old, Not Young, Not Done: Following Jesus in your 50s and 60s by Christopher Ash January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

Duration:00:47:00

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Walking Through Deconstruction

1/26/2026
Have you walked with someone through deconstruction of their faith? Or maybe you've walked through it yourself. However you define it, deconstruction is impossible to deny. How we respond to those who are deconstructing will reveal the kind of church—and the kinds of Christians—we really are. Ian Harber knows the fear and grief of deconstruction firsthand. Join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks and hear Ian's story, as well as his vision for the kind of faith environment that can foster genuine reconstruction. Featured resource: Walking Through Deconstruction: How to Be a Companion in a Crisis of Faith by Ian Harber January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Finish Line

1/23/2026
As Christians, we all want to finish well—to glorify God and honor Him to the very end. But are you ready to finish well? Hear a conversation with Robert Wolgemuth, who passed away earlier this month. Our topic: the importance of being ready and prepared to die. Don’t miss this special and meaningful program on the next Equipped with Chris Brooks. January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Helping Others Process Grief

1/21/2026
Grief hits everyone differently. How do you process that grief? How do you help others process? Counselor Dr. Sabrina Black will give us practical ways to manage our grief. She'll also show us how we can be sensitive to others' grief as we navigate gatherings and celebrations that come up throughout the year. Hope you can join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource: It's Not Okay by Dr. Sabrina Black January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

Duration:00:46:56

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Rebranding the Church

1/20/2026
While people may be drawn to Christ, sometimes His followers can push them away. If you’re looking for ways to follow Christ, but struggling to trust those in the church, don’t miss Equipped with Chris Brooks. Pastor Eric Mason will invite us to see our own role in the world’s distrust of believers and embrace a renewed commitment to the Gospel. Hope you can join us for Equipped. Featured resource: Rebranding the Church: Restoring the Image of God's People in the World by Eric Mason January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Redemptive Kingdom Diversity

1/19/2026
What does it mean to be a church in our multiethnic communities? Author and professor Jarvis Williams explains the diversity of God's people from Genesis to Revelation, and how that can enrich our relationships with Him and each other. Don't miss this powerful discussion about redemptive kingdom diversity on Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource: Redemptive Kingdom Diversity: A Biblical Theology of the People of God by Jarvis J. Williams January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Love Languages of Special Needs Families

1/16/2026
Raising kids is challenging these days but having special needs children places even more demands on a marriage and family. How can couples stay close and carry the load together? How can the rest of us help ease the strain for them? Elementary educator and author Jolene Philo shares the secrets to implementing the 5 Love Languages in a special needs family on this important edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource: Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families by Gary Chapman, Ph.D., and Jolene Philo, M.Ed. January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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What We Can Learn: Letter from a Birmingham Jail

1/15/2026
How do we as believers best model a healthy biblical diversity to our culture? Join Equipped with Chris Brooks as we dive into Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "Letter from a Birmingham Jail." We explore five quotes from this letter to see what we can learn. Resource mentioned: Letter from a Birmingham Jail by Martin Luther King, Jr. January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Celebrating 10 Years of Equipped

1/14/2026
This month marks the 10th anniversary of Equipped with Chris Brooks. We’ll celebrate with our fellow Moody Radio host Chris Fabry. If you have a story of how God has used Equipped in your life, a guest or topic that has impacted you, be sure to join the conversation on Equipped! January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Self-Talk from the Psalms

1/13/2026
We talk to ourselves all day, every day – sometimes even out loud! And a lot of those messages are self-condemning. On this edition of Equipped, learn about a model for better self-talk – the Psalms! Jon Gauger will help us begin to form a biblical mindset by rooting our self-talk in the words of David. Hope you can join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource: Powerful Self-Talk from the Psalms by Jon Gauger January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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The Body Teaches the Soul

1/12/2026
Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. Do you view how you treat your body as a spiritual practice? Justin Earley will talk about how our habits impact both our physical and spiritual bodies. Learn how to improve your health and deepen your relationship with God when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource: The Body Teaches the Soul by Justin Whitmel Earley January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Redeeming Church Hurt

1/9/2026
Far too many of us have been hurt by the church and, if we're honest, we may have hurt someone, too. No matter which side of the hurt you're on, Pastor Jerome Gay, Jr., says that Jesus can redeem that pain. If you're stuck in church hurt, don't miss Equipped with Chris Brooks. Learn how you can hold the Church accountable and start the healing process. Featured resource: Church Hurt: Holding the Church Accountable and Helping Hurt People Heal by Jerome Gay, Jr. January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Leading Things You Didn't Start

1/8/2026
Have you stepped into a leadership role that someone else began? Whether you are in a church, a business, or some other team, you may have been asked to lead in places that others have started. On the next Equipped with Chris Brooks, we'll tap into the wisdom of author and experienced leader Tyler Reagin. He will help us navigate those transitions with biblically-based wisdom, and offer strategies to guide your new team with confidence. Featured resource: Leading Things You Didn't Start: Winning Big When You Inherit People, Places, and Possibilities by Tyler Reagin January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Pressure Points in College

1/7/2026
Are you a student stressing out over school, your future, or your identity? Most young people face unique stressors as they transition to college and life beyond graduation. Don't miss the help from Shelby Abbott as he offers gospel solutions to the everyday struggles of college-age Christians—things like purpose, relationships, and living with social media. Find wisdom for navigating the college years when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. Featured resource: Pressure Points: A Guide to Navigating Student Stress by Shelby Abbott January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Surviving Your Worst Moments

1/6/2026
Millions of people watched Baltimore Ravens kicker Tyler Loop miss a potential game-winning field goal on Sunday night. He later called it the worst moment of his athletic career. But the truth is, we all have moments we wish we could rewind. Moments of failure, regret, or deep disappointment. How do we survive our worst moments—and what does God have to say about them? Join us on Equipped as we talk about how God can take our worst moments and redeem them for His glory. January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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Put On Your New Self

1/5/2026
The Bible tells us in Ephesians 4:22-24 that we are to "put off our old self...and put on our new self." As you step into the new year, what does that look like for you? Share the bad habit(s) you are planning to put off and what good habit(s) you are planning to put on. Be encouraged to pursue Christ when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks. January thank you gift: Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become Like Him. Do as He Did. by John Mark Comer 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.

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