Equipped with Chris Brooks

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.

We know that we need God’s Spirit to move in our country and bring revival now more than ever! Across our nation, Christians are crying out to God. Chris Brooks will join their voices as some special guests lead us in praying for our country's leaders, churches, and families, asking Him for a nationwide hunger for His Word! Please join us as we seek God’s face for America! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know that the Biblical worldview is under fire in today’s society. Secularism is even leading some Christians astray. How do we stand strong and respond well to the challenges of cancel culture, progressive Christianity, or deconstruction? Apologist Natasha Craine will help us stay the course, embrace Biblical clarity, and reach the spiritually lost. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In every church, there are people whose personalities or viewpoints are not like ours. It takes all kinds of people to make up a church and we can’t let these differences fray our unity! Today, we’ll learn to navigate these relationships that sometimes drive us crazy and build genuine friendships that bring glory to God! 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. Today Chris Brooks invites us to follow the examples of Daniel and his companions for lessons on living faithfully in an evil age! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As much as we wish it weren’t true, conflict is inevitable and unity is often elusive! Today Chris concludes his teaching on pursuing peace in a cancel culture by answering the question: What does reconciliation look like? Join Chris in the book of Matthew for Jesus’ countercultural direction for resolving conflict! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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! Author and apologist Dave Sterrett will guide us toward 7 essentials to the Gospel and encourage us to engage others in Jesus conversations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With suicide and anxiety rates rising among teens and studies linking this to smartphones and social media, what is your digital discipleship plan for your kids? Chris delves into this vital topic for you and your children today! Click here for the Postman Pledge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 others have started. Today Chris taps 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to fresh research by George Barna, our children’s core beliefs, morals, and lifestyles are largely set by age 13. As parents, we have the profound privilege of influencing this next generation of adults. What are you doing to disciple your family? Today, Dr. Barna shares an objective, data-based approach for discipling our children, building their faith, and instilling a Biblical worldview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.