Equipped with Chris Brooks

Why is Christmas so special? In our modern culture, the real story is eclipsed by secular stories and celebrations, but Christians know that Christmas shows the uniqueness of our faith and Jesus as the only viable hope for the world.  Today, Chris shares thoughts from Dr. Tim Keller about the message of Christmas – hidden, until God chose to reveal Himself to the world in Jesus! 

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Today Chris examines the need to value and protect the lives of our children.  Dr. Deb Gorton helps us process the trauma and grief from yesterday's Oxford High School shooting.  And the US Supreme Court heard arguments today in a vital case in the battle against abortion. This is an exciting case and a historic opportunity to address false assumptions in our abortion laws. What's it all about?  Michael Farris of ADF will explain the realities of this crucial case and its impact on future generations.

The teen years can be full of struggles and joys as our children move toward independence.  What would you like to know BEFORE your child becomes a teenager? Marriage and family expert Dr. Gary Chapman will share the things he wanted to know before his own children entered the teen years and the lessons he learned along the way. Bring your questions and join us as we learn to nurture our relationships and guide our teens into adulthood!

Names have power – and there is One whose name makes an eternal difference! Next time on Equipped, we hope you will discover the WOW factor in the many names of Jesus, given throughout Scripture! Each name reveals another facet of the Son of God and His ministry to those of us who follow Him. Join us as we prepare to worship the Babe in the manger who is the Savior and so much more!

Millions desperate for hope are enticed by the promise of the prosperity gospel – that God will respond to faith and a financial gift - while prosperity preachers exploit the needy and stockpile their own riches. How can followers of the true Gospel combat this deception?  Costi Hinn, a nephew of world-famous televangelist Benny Hinn, joins Chris Brooks to reveal the inner workings of the prosperity movement and remind us of the true hope we have in Christ Jesus!

Do the dire needs of the world make you feel helpless and sad? Are you at a loss to know how to help? Hal Donaldson felt that way too until someone pointed the way to disruptive compassion!  Join our discussion about getting off the sidelines and into the game of becoming a world-changer. Learn to start right where you are to be the revolutionary you were born to be!

Today we journey back to the first Thanksgiving and discover what actually happened that day!  Veteran historian Tracy McKenzie joins guest-host Ed Stetzer to share the captivating facts behind the story of the pilgrims of Plymouth Plantation.  Get to know our flawed but fascinating forbears and the timely lessons they could share with Christians in modern American!

As we approach the holidays, we want to be ready to share the love of Jesus in a way that draws people in and invites more conversation. If you long to live the kind of life that attracts others to Jesus, listen as Kevin Harney, founder of Organic Outreach, explains how to love genuinely, live authentically, and speak naturally about our Savior!

Many people today, especially young people, are asking if life has any meaning at all - and the world’s answers are leaving them in despair. Chris takes us back into the book of Ecclesiastes to examine the path to purpose & fulfillment! Discover the freedom and joy that comes through living all of life for the glory of God! 

Jesus put a high priority on prayer during his earthly ministry and he is still making intercession for us in heaven! The early church understood that prayer was their lifeline for power and endurance and it’s just as true today! Discover how corporate prayer can transform lives, relationships, and even the culture of our churches!

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