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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.

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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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Spiritual Parenting

6/4/2025
It’s hard to train kids to behave but do you know that good behavior is not what Jesus really wants from our children? What Jesus wants from our kids is exactly what he wants from us - hearts and souls shaped in vibrant faith and love towards God! We’ll learn how to lead children in the Lord in a simple, Biblical and revolutionary way! Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:13

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The Future of the Church

6/3/2025
Ed Stetzer takes the host seat, joined by David Kinnaman, author and CEO of Barna Group, for a timely discussion on how the Church can meet its challenges in the years ahead. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss! Today's resource: Ed's article: GenZ is Returning to Christianity Check out the StateoftheChurch.com, too! Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Still Standing Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:22

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Still Standing with Lina Abujamra

6/2/2025
Jesus promised that there would be a cost to pay when we choose to follow Him. How can we stand firm when that cost involves our dreams and relationships? If you feel disappointed with God or Christianity, join Chris Brooks' conversation with Lina Abujamra about remaining steadfast through the pain and discovering the rich rewards of following Jesus while Still Standing! Today's Resource: Still Standing Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Still Standing Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:22

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The Secular Creed

5/30/2025
Our society has created some strong beliefs about equality, diversity, and love. Many people proudly display their creed on signs in their front yards! How should Christians engage over these secular statements? We will sort out the truths Christians can affirm from those we cannot embrace with author Rebecca McLaughlin. Learn to speak winsome Biblical truth into your cultural conversations! Today's Resource: The Secular Creed: Engaging Contemporary Claims Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:13

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Hope Breaks Through

5/29/2025
How do you respond to news of disasters, trials, or personal pain? Rather than turning down the volume or reaching for a distraction, what if you embraced these as an open door for our all-powerful God to enter and transform the pain? Heath Adamson has seen much of the world’s brokenness. Coming up on Equipped, he shares first-hand testimonies of the possibilities God creates in seemingly impossible situations! If you want to be part of these stories, this conversation is for you! Today's Resource: Hope Breaks Through: How to See Beyond Your Life... Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:10

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Scrolling Ourselves to Death

5/28/2025
In today’s digital age, it's easy to get lost in our screens and lose track of the real world! How does all this tech affect our Christian life and purpose? Author Brett McCracken joins Chris Brooks with powerful insights on living for Christ and reclaiming a healthy life in a tech-saturated world! Today's Resource: Scrolling Ourselves to Death Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:10

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Living Life Backward

5/27/2025
What if the secret to living "the good life" isn't what you think? Surprisingly, it might be found in understanding that death awaits us all. Join guest host Collin Lambert and Scottish pastor David Gibson as they explore how the reality of death can help us see life for what it truly is: a precious gift from God. Discover how to live more wisely, generously, and faithfully by learning to "live life backward." Today's Resource: Living Life Backward Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:11

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Make Your Voice Heard in Heaven

5/26/2025
It seems we will do everything to make our voices heard: we march, we post, we tweet, we even phone a friend! Yet, there is one place we often forget to call. We forget to call heaven! U.S. Chaplain Barry Black has seen prayer change many things over the years. He will challenge us - personally and collectively - to pray in a way that God will hear! Don’t miss this New Year’s Day edition of Equipped! Today's Resource: Make Your Voice Heard in Heaven Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:12

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Preparing to Meet Jesus

5/23/2025
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 Today's Resource: Preparing to Meet Jesus Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:09

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Widow’s Might

5/22/2025
Nothing fully prepares you for the unexpected tragedy of losing a spouse. It changes everything. Roy Patterson talks with a woman who lost two husbands before turning 31, including a U.S. Air Force pilot. She understands the deep grief and loneliness of widowhood—but she also discovered hope and healing. Listen and find your path to bigger dreams, bolder prayers, and a renewed life! Today's Resource: Widow's Might: 365 Days of Strength for Grief and Loss Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:15

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Why Your Work Matters

5/21/2025
Are you noticing changes in your work life? From remote jobs and constant technology to blurred lines between office and home, the way we work is quickly shifting. This week on Equipped, pastor and author Tom Nelson joins Chris Brooks to talk about faith, work, Sabbath, and how to find purpose in your 9 to 5. Today's Resources: Why Your Work Matters Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:10

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Case Files Comic Book

5/20/2025
Do you love comic books? Coming up on Equipped, Former cold-case detective turned Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace will unveil a gripping full-color graphic novel for adults—packed with action, mystery, and deep questions about life’s purpose. Don’t miss this fresh way to explore and share your faith. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Today's resource: Case Files: Murder and Meaning 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:00:47:39

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Re-discovering Pilgrim’s Progress

5/19/2025
Join Roy Patterson and Dr. Rosalie de Rosset as they open the pages of a timeless classic—one that offers rich guidance for the joys and trials of the Christian life. Along the way, you’ll meet unforgettable companions who can help you stay the course—and a few you'll need to steer clear of. Step into the journey and discover practical, enduring wisdom for living as a Christian, no matter what lies ahead! This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English 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:00:47:15

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When God Writes Your Story

5/19/2025
We all love to hear the spiritual adventures of others, but when it comes to our own stories – most of us prefer smooth sailing to challenges and difficulties. How about you? Is some trial about to overwhelm you? Then don’t miss Chris Brooks’ conversation with Robert and Nancy Wolgemuth as they review the faithfulness of our God who can be trusted through the perplexing times of life! Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:13

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Teen Girls Bravely Battling Anxiety

5/15/2025
Anxiety among teen girls is skyrocketing. They feel the pressure to excel, please friends and family, and be beautiful before they are old enough to understand their own emotions! Counselor Sissy Goff has seen the rise in anxious teen girls and decided to reach beyond her clinic walls to empower girls and their parents. Today she joins us to offer time-tested strategies for guiding our girls toward peace and confidence! Today's Resources: Brave: A Teen Girl's Guide to Beating Worry & Anxiety Braver, Smarter, Stronger: A Girl's Guide to Overcoming Worry & Anxiety Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:13

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The Future of the Church

5/14/2025
Cultural shifts are having a growing impact on our families and communities. How is your church addressing these changes? Roy Patterson and Dr. Brian Tucker will take your calls and discuss the real needs of people inside and outside of the church. Then they'll point us in the right direction for sharing the never-changing Gospel in an ever-changing world! This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English 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:00:47:12

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Honoring Our Parents

5/13/2025
What does it look like to “honor your father and your mother” in today’s culture? How can Christ-followers keep the 5 commandment and encourage our children to do the same? Rob Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries will challenge us to examine our hearts as parents and as children on these questions and teach us to create a home of honor! This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Today's resource: Living for Christ at Home 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:00:47:13

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Belief in Jesus is on the Rise!

5/12/2025
Chris Brooks returns to the host seat for a special Equipped broadcast! He’ll update you on his daughter’s cancer journey and welcome Pastor Domenic Ruso to discuss the movement of God in the hearts of young people! Thousands are committing their lives to Jesus! The stories are backed by data that says belief in Jesus is on the rise! Barna Research: Belief in Jesus Rises, Fueled by Younger Adults This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English 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:00:47:10

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Great Men and their Godly Moms

5/9/2025
Never underestimate your influence, Mom! Tim Challies shares precious stories of godly mothers, many of whom lived at the margins of society or struggled with weakness. These simple Christian mothers shaped the men who changed the world, and so can you! Come meet these women and learn their secrets to raising children who honor and glorify God. Today's Resource: Devoted: Great Men and Their Godly Moms Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:13

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Stress Less

5/8/2025
Feeling stressed? You're not alone. Over a quarter of U.S. adults say they’re so overwhelmed, they can’t function—and our teens and kids are struggling too. But there’s hope. Roy Patterson talks with Dr. Charles Stone about how the wisdom of the Bible and the insights of brain science can help us manage stress and anxiety with courage and grace. Tune in for a practical conversation you won’t want to miss! Today's Resource: Stress Less: 9 Habits from the Bible and Brain Science to Build Resiliance and Reduce Anxiety Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. This month's featured resource: Pilgrim's Progress in Today's English Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:12