Equipped with Chris Brooks

What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus? The night before His crucifixion, Jesus clearly answered that question, teaching His disciples what it means to know, follow, and be victorious through Him. Today, Chris Brooks guides us through Jesus’ Farewell Discourse as He marks out the way of discipleship for us.

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We are entering that wonderful time of year as we celebrate Jesus’s birth with family and friends! Join Chris Brooks for a wonderful new way to keep our focus on Jesus throughout this busy season. If you need a fresh reminder of the reason for all the celebrations, don’t miss this conversation with author Jared Wilson as they ponder the gifts of grace that are ours through the life of Christ our Lord.

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Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of unresolved pain, playing offenses over and over in your mind? You know you can't go on living like this, but you don't know what to do next. Lysa TerKeurst has endured devastating, public heartbreak and has wrestled her way to freedom. Is it time to get real about your pain?  Lysa will help you move forward in life!

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Where do you fall on the thanksgiving scale? Are you able to follow the Biblical directive to give thanks in everything?  Let’s be honest, some days are easier than others!  Join fellow strugglers today as Pastor Dustin Crowe coaches us in us growing our gratitude muscles.  Along the way, we just might find the hope and joy we need to live victoriously in Christ!  

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Colleen Chao is a wife, mother, and writer who explores God’s goodness in the unexpected chapters of life.  Not too long ago, Colleen also became a terminally ill Stage 4 cancer patient. She joins Chris Brooks to share her story and what she has experienced in the hands of a fiercely tender God! 

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How great is your desire for God?  Are you walking joyfully with Him or are you struggling in your Christian life?Pastor and author Dr. John Piper will guide us through those times when we don’t desire God!  He will take your questions and help you rediscover the deep joy in Jesus you once knew so that you can live a merciful, missional life, full of freedom and power!

 

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Today we are going to slow down and soak up the beauty that surrounds us!  Pastor Steve Dewitt will be our tour guide into the soul-satisfying joy of all that’s beautiful in creation and in Christ. If your spirit is thirsty and your heart is weary, join Pastors Chris and Steve on this journey of enjoying God in everything!

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The Bible is a whole story, from beginning to end, and as great as the Garden of Eden was in Genesis, the New Creation will be so much better! Bible teacher Nancy Guthrie will trace God’s plan, from the pain of Adam’s sin to the transforming power of Jesus’ sacrifice, resurrection, and His return as King!  Catch a fresh vision of the hope we have in Christ today on Equipped.

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What is at the core of our current cultural chaos?  A recent poll shows that most Americans believe that truth is negotiable and ultimate truth is unknowable. Maybe that’s why so many have lost their identity and struggle with conflict!  But Dr. Jeff Myers says we have a viable hope for correcting this chaos! Don’t miss this edition of Equipped as Jeff addresses your questions about how to know the truth and why it changes everything!

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How is your stress level? Is it stealing your joy, interrupting your sleep, and wearing you down? Even pastors struggle with stress!  Today Pastor Vance Pitman shares lessons he learned when the pressure of his job took over and how he found his way to enduring peace and a stressless life! 

EQUIPPERS - Our next ZOOM MEETING is TOMORROW, Thursday, November 17!  REGISTRATION DETAILS ARE IN YOUR E-MAIL INBOX.  Not an Equipper and want to attend?   Become an Equipper Today!

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