Are you looking for a way to connect with your neighbors and friends to share about Jesus? Author and pastor Tim Chester challenges us to follow Jesus’ example of purposefully sharing simple meals. Tim says, “Meals are more than food. They’re social occasions. They represent friendship, community, and welcome.” He will guide us into gospel-centered…

Are you looking for a way to connect with your neighbors and friends to share about Jesus? Author and pastor Tim Chester challenges us to follow Jesus’ example of purposefully sharing simple meals. Tim says, “Meals are more than food. They’re social occasions. They represent friendship, community, and welcome.” He will guide us into gospel-centered…

It is the most wonderful time of the year when we get to enjoy all those special songs of Christmas. What is your favorite Christmas tune? Chris and his guest host Effie Rolfe spread Christmas cheer, share their musical favorites, and explore the wonder and worship of the season through the music of Christmas! It’s a holiday edition of Equipped tha…

It is the most wonderful time of the year when we get to enjoy all those special songs of Christmas. What is your favorite Christmas tune? Chris and his guest host Effie Rolfe spread Christmas cheer, share their musical favorites, and explore the wonder and worship of the season through the music of Christmas! It’s a holiday edition of Equipped tha…

Christmas is here! As you ponder the story of Christmas with the virgin birth, the wise men, and all the wonderful events around the birth of Christ, does it seem beyond belief? Over the years, false realities of Jesus have been propagated and accepted. We will look at the false portraits of Jesus that are so common in society today and compare the…

Christmas is here! As you ponder the story of Christmas with the virgin birth, the wise men, and all the wonderful events around the birth of Christ, does it seem beyond belief? Over the years, false realities of Jesus have been propagated and accepted. We will look at the false portraits of Jesus that are so common in society today and compare the…

Marriage is a genuine blessing, but busy schedules, unresolved conflicts, and external pressures can slowly unravel a marriage. Shortly after Marilyn and Brad Rhoads got married, they encountered these same patterns and pain. If you need a marriage reset, Brad and Marilyn can help. Learn how God transformed their relationship as they grew a grace m…

Marriage is a genuine blessing, but busy schedules, unresolved conflicts, and external pressures can slowly unravel a marriage. Shortly after Marilyn and Brad Rhoads got married, they encountered these same patterns and pain.If you need a marriage reset, Brad and Marilyn can help. Learn how God transformed their relationship as they grew a grace ma…

Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year as we plan and prepare for the big day! Do you know that Pastors face a unique kind of busyness as they prepare to lead everyone who enters the church door to recognize Jesus as Savior and King? Pastor Eric Redmond and Pastor Chris Brooks will encourage our pastors and help them serve well! Equipped…

Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year as we plan and prepare for the big day! Do you know that Pastors face a unique kind of busyness as they prepare to lead everyone who enters the church door to recognize Jesus as Savior and King? Pastor Eric Redmond and Pastor Chris Brooks will encourage our pastors and help them serve well!Equipped …

Raising children and teens in today’s LGBT-affirming culture certainly keeps us on our knees, but Chris Brooks has some practical encouragement for us in the person of author and mother Rachel Gilson. Rachel faced same-sex attraction as a young adult. How does she raise her daughter now? Learn how she is creating a counterculture so her child may k…

Raising children and teens in today’s LGBT-affirming culture certainly keeps us on our knees, but Chris Brooks has some practical encouragement for us in the person of author and mother Rachel Gilson. Rachel faced same-sex attraction as a young adult. How does she raise her daughter now? Learn how she is creating a counterculture so her child may k…

What is the best financial advice you have received? Chris Brooks talks about handling money biblically. He also prays for us as we strive to steward our finances the way God intended. Call in and share the counsel that impacted your money management most. That's on Equipped. Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible by your support. To donate no…

What is the best financial advice you have received? Chris Brooks talks about handling money biblically. He also prays for us as we strive to steward our finances the way God intended. Call in and share the counsel that impacted your money management most. That's on Equipped.!Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible by your support. To donate no…

What would change if you saw where you live, what you do, and who you are as part of God’s great plan to build his church? Pastor, author, and former pro-baseball player Jim Essian joins Chris to explain how wherever and whoever you are, you have a role in God’s plan of redemption for the world and can start right now! Featured resource: Send: Lovi…

What would change if you saw where you live, what you do, and who you are as part of God’s great plan to build his church? Pastor, author, and former pro-baseball player Jim Essian joins Chris to explain how wherever and whoever you are, you have a role in God’s plan of redemption for the world and can start right now!Featured resource: Send: Lovin…

Do you know what teens and young adults really value? Does this generation, known as GenZ, want to know God? If you care for the next generation, don’t miss this edition of Equipped as Chris Brooks talks with Jonathan Morrow about compelling new research that reveals how Gen Z sees the world, their faith, and our culture!Featured Resource: GenZ Vol…

Do you know what teens and young adults really value? Does this generation, known as GenZ, want to know God? If you care for the next generation, don’t miss this edition of Equipped as Chris Brooks talks with Jonathan Morrow about compelling new research that reveals how Gen Z sees the world, their faith, and our culture! Featured Resource: GenZ Vo…

It is challenging to discuss today’s cultural issues with truth and love which is why John Stonestreet is on the front lines, helping Christians communicate our faith clearly, rationally, and compassionately. Today, he joins Chris to reflect on key worldview stories of 2024, including the US election and popular atheists' admission that Christianit…

It is challenging to discuss today’s cultural issues with truth and love which is why John Stonestreet is on the front lines, helping Christians communicate our faith clearly, rationally, and compassionately. Today, he joins Chris to reflect on key worldview stories of 2024, including the US election and popular atheists' admission that Christianit…

In a culture constantly vying for our attention, let’s turn our hearts towards good and life-changing news—the hope of the Gospel. Today Chris delves into the book of Galatians to look back on who we were before Christ and the sins that held us fast. Then he will explain how the Gospel can bring freedom to all who come to Christ for salvation! Equi…

In a culture constantly vying for our attention, let’s turn our hearts towards good and life-changing news—the hope of the Gospel. Today Chris delves into the book of Galatians to look back on who we were before Christ and the sins that held us fast. Then he will explain how the Gospel can bring freedom to all who come to Christ for salvation!Equip…

Do you wonder if there is more to the Christian faith than you have right now? Could it be that your faith is too shallow? You may be committed to being a Christian but what do you know of being with Jesus? Pastor Rich Villodas shows us the way out of the shallows into a meaningful life, deeply formed by Jesus Himself! Resource: The Deeply Formed L…

Do you wonder if there is more to the Christian faith than you have right now? Could it be that your faith is too shallow? You may be committed to being a Christian but what do you know of being with Jesus? Pastor Rich Villodas shows us the way out of the shallows into a meaningful life, deeply formed by Jesus Himself! Resource: The Deeply Formed L…

It’s been over 2 years since Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, but abortion is still legal in 37 states! What is the alternative to abortion? Coming up on Equipped, Roland Warren, president of Care-net, will outline his unique vision for the future of the pro-life movement. Learn how the story of Christ’s birth, the story of the Good…

It’s been over 2 years since Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, but abortion is still legal in 37 states! What is the alternative to abortion? Coming up on Equipped, Roland Warren, president of Care-net, will outline his unique vision for the future of the pro-life movement. Learn how the story of Christ’s birth, the story of the Good…

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. He will share simple, welcoming ways to build friendships through a lifestyle of Biblical hospitality - and Christmas is the perfect…

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. He will share simple, welcoming ways to build friendships through a lifestyle of Biblical hospitality - and Christmas is the perfect…

We know that the Gospel is good news but to those who don’t know him, Jesus can seem irrelevant or offensive. Author Dr. Dan Strange says that there are longings that our culture cannot help but express and these longings are the very ones that Jesus fulfills. Daniel will help us identify those longings and learn to draw others to Jesus with a magn…

Are you feeling crushed by the demands of life? Do you know that God did not create us to do it all? It’s true! Theologian Kelly Kapic will explore the limits of our humanity to help us find deep peace - straight from the pages of Scripture! Bring your struggles and find rest for your soul. Resource: You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s…

In a culture constantly vying for our attention, let’s turn our hearts towards good and life-changing news—the hope of the Gospel. Today Chris reminds us that, when the Gospel permeates our lives, it transforms our deepest sense of identity. Discover the overflowing joy of being sons and daughters who are heirs of God! Equipped with Chris Brooks is…