Equipped with Chris Brooks

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee 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 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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the church a tradition created to serve man's religious purposes or is it something more? In a world of competing voices about the relevance of the church, we need a thorough biblical understanding of what makes up a church. Theologian Dr. Gene Getz will help us to learn how God defines and measures a healthy church. Don't miss this essential edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks! Featured resource:The Measure of a Healthy Church e-book by Gene A. Getz 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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are all more energetic when we eat well, exercise, and sleep soundly but there is another vital ingredient for a healthy life. We need to have the right kind of relationships! On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, respected psychologist Dr. John Townsend will identify key relational nutrients we need so we can relate to others in ways that transform us, give us energy, and help us succeed. Featured resource:People Fuel: Fill Your Tank for Life, Love, and Leadership by Dr. John Townsend 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/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our teens face challenges unknown to previous generations and now the research proves it. A study from the Fuller Youth Institute reveals that today's teens are the most anxious, diverse, and adaptive generation in history! On Equipped with Chris Brooks, authors and youth experts Kara Powell and Brad Griffin will help us interact well with our teens so they can discover the best answers to life's most important questions. December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever struggled with knowing whether you’re truly hearing from God or just hearing your own thoughts, you won’t want to this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks. Author and Bible teacher Priscilla Shirer will help us learn how to better recognize God’s voice. Discern the voice of God in your daily life when you join us for Equipped. Featured resource:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The loss of a child is a grief like no other. Author, pastor, and blogger Tim Challies and his family have walked this road. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Tim shares his reflections on the seasons of grief and the "ministry of sorrow." If you are struggling with loss, join us and learn how to grieve well, with real hope in a real Savior. Featured resource:Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God by Tim Challies December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You're an adult…now what? Being an adult is hard but sometimes we make it harder than it has to be! As the pastor of one of the largest ministries to 20-somethings in Texas, J.P. Pokluda knows the challenges facing the next generation. He will help you navigate issues like friendships and dating, career and money management, controlling anxiety and much more! If you are new to this thing called "adulting," don't miss this "Best of Equipped with Chris Brooks!" Featured resource:Welcome to Adulting: Navigating Faith, Friendship, Finances, and the Future by Jonathan "J.P." Pokluda December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you prepared for Christmas? Do you know what it means to be Jesus' disciple? What better time to choose Jesus than Christmas? Chris Brooks invites you to hear a special message on what it means to follow Jesus and encourage others to do the same! Don't mis this special Christmas Day editiion of Equipped.  December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time of year, many of us are reading the Scriptures about Jesus' birth. Do you have some unanswered questions about the events and people surrounding His first coming? Or have people challenged you about the reality of Jesus and his birth? On Equipped with Chris Brooks, we will address many questions about Nativity with author, professor, and Biblical scholar Dr. Darrell Bock. Featured resource:Jesus the Messiah: Tracing the Promises, Expectations, and Coming of Israel's King by Herbert W. Bateman IV, Gordon Johnston, and Darrell Bock December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Children are marvelous teachers! If we slow down and pay attention, we will learn more from our children than we ever expected. Author, radio veteran, and grandpa Jon Gauger joins Chris Brooks to talk over some crucial Christmas conversations we can have with our kids and the surprising instruction they have for us, too. Hear lessons from little ones on this holiday edition of Equipped. Featured resource:Kids Say the Wisest Things by Jon Gauger December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.  Become a Monthly Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.