Equipped with Chris Brooks

On this Good Friday, Pastor Colin Smith joins us with insights on the life of Judas. How can a man who walked so closely with Jesus betray his friend and miss the real message of the Gospel?  He will bring both a warning and a message of encouragement for all of us.

What really happened when Jesus died on the cross—and what does it mean for your life today? Today on Equipped, Collin Lambert talks with Bible professor Bill Thrasher about the power of Jesus’ death and resurrection, what it means for our sins, and how to experience God’s blessing.  Listen and revel in the work of God at Easter! How to Know Jesus Today's resource: Putting God Back in the Holidays Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture

We live in a broken world and we all bear the pain that goes with it.  Chris Brooks will walk with you in your suffering and help you explore God’s presence in your pain.  While there are no simple answers, Chris and his guest Amy Orr-Ewing welcome your most rigorous questions about finding God in a world of suffering.  Whether you are intellectually curious or struggling with soul-rending questions, there is a safe place for you here.

What happens after we say, “I forgive you? Biblical counselor June Hunt will explore ways to break free from the grip of bitterness and resentment. She’ll also take your calls to clarify what forgiveness truly is—and what it isn’t—while offering practical guidance on how to live in the freedom God designed us to enjoy. Today's resource: Forgiveness: The Freedom to Let Go Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture

Many of us have had honest questions about the Christian faith, and some of them may prevent us from moving closer to God. How we answer those questions makes all the difference!  John Hopper has wrestled with many common concerns about life, God, and the Bible. He says “If Christianity involves anything worth believing, it ought to make sense first.” John addresses crucial questions so we can confidently take our next steps with Jesus! Today's resource: Questioning God? Answers to Questions Worth Asking Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture

Losses come to every life and it can be hard to make sense of these heart-wrenching times. How do Christians handle death? Where do we begin on that difficult journey and what can we expect along the way?  Author, professor and compassionate fellow traveler, Dr. Jerry Sittser will offer Biblical wisdom and comfort for grieving hearts. Today's resource: A Grace Disguised: How the Soul Grows through Loss Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture    

Sean McDowell joins Karl Clauson to help us navigate today’s tough questions while staying true to God’s Word. Sean shows us how to connect biblical truth to modern issues—from artificial intelligence to gender identity and more! Bring your questions and learn to share your faith with confidence and compassion! This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here.

Have you been in ministry awhile as a pastor, ministry leader or volunteer?  What kept you going when the going got tough? Coming up on the next edition of Equipped, Pastor Scott Ziegler shares ways to stay the course and avoid ministry burnout in this hour of practical ministry encouragement!    Today's resource article:  Pastor, Don't Quit!  Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture

This generation comes with its own set of grandparenting challenges, but kids and adults still need their grandparents! God can use you to make a difference in their lives!  Grandpa and ministry leader Larry Fowler helps you navigate grandparenting challenges and speak spiritual encouragement to your grandkids! Today's resource: Overcoming Grandparenting Barriers Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture

Have you ever considered that the field of economics points to the existence of God? Chuck Bentley of Crown Financial Ministries will outline how God’s economic principles, patterns, and promises all reveal His sustaining power over creation. From your backyard garden to international affairs – it all points to evidence of our Divine Creator!  Today's resource: Economic Evidence for God Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support.  To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture