As we seek to heal the racial divides in our nation, we need to start where every broken relationship begins to heal, by listening carefully to discover real needs.  Sweeping solutions simply cover over the problem.  Coming up on Equipped, sociologist George Yancey joins Chris Brooks with an alternative to colorblindness and antiracism where we all seek the common good so everyone can thrive!

National and international news stories often bring opportunities for Biblical conversations and that is no less true today!  Dr. Jim Denison is a pastor and culture watcher who blogs regularly on current events.  He joins Chris to discuss several news stories from a redemptive perspective – bringing the hope of the Gospel to all of life!

Many people view the Bible with suspicion and even hostility but how well do they know the Bible? Michael McAfee, of the Museum of the Bible, takes on common concerns and doubts about the Bible and raises a few questions of his own. He will peel back misconceptions and pre-judgments and invite you to look at the whole of Scripture. See for yourself how the Bible stands up to scrutiny!

There is nothing like great preaching, but how do you identify a biblical sermon?  As we continue our celebration of African-American History month here on Equipped, we will consider the legacy and uniqueness of expository preaching in the African-American style. No matter what your church tradition may be, we promise you that you will learn to listen in new ways to the messages in church!

Whether we face illness, relational challenges, or financial difficulties, life is tough! When our world is at its worst, we need a firm place to anchor our hope. It's found in God’s Word! Today Chris concludes his messages from First Peter where we can discover the power of unshakeable hope! 

We all face tough times in life. From illness to relational challenges and financial difficulties, we need a firm place to anchor our hope!  God’s Word helps us be at our best when life is at its worst.  Listen as Chris brings the powerful reminder from First Peter that God is at work and He is always with you!  

Our God is a God of reconciliation, first to Himself and then to each other.  How can we be agents of reconciliation in a racially divided world?  Respected pastor and author Dr. Tony Evans will answer that question as he brings a clear Biblical theology on ethnicity and a clarion call for oneness in our churches and nation. 

Join Chris Brooks as he reviews world events from a Biblical point of view and challenges us to faith-filled living! We will start in Ukraine and move out from there.  How can we encourage and support our brothers and sisters living under the threat of war and how do we engage with God’s heart for the lost across the globe?  Discover your role in God's global plan!

We know that marriage often gets a bad rap but bestselling authors Jamie and Aaron Ivey want to change that stereotype!  They believe marriage can be fun, adventurous, and genuinely loving. Married for 20 years, Jamie and Aaron boldly discuss the tough issues that make for a healthy marriage that pleases Jesus and blesses others!

If you have been around children very long you know that every one of them is amazingly different!  Educator and parenting pro, Kathy Koch helps parents discover their child’s uniqueness so they can maximize their potential and follow the Lord! Do you have a child in need of special motivation? Kathy will tell us what works and what doesn’t! Get the inside information for unlocking your child’s unique heart to create long-term change.