Equipped with Chris Brooks

Dad, how are you leading the charge to disciple your sons? What is working for you and, if your boys are now men, what did you do as they were growing up? We want to hear from you as we encourage Dads to raise sons to walk faithfully with Jesus.

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Don’t you love this time of year, with carols ringing in the birth of our Savior? Nancy Demoss Wolgemuth is a big fan of Christmas carols because they teach us about God’s love and His plan for the world. Listen as Nancy shares a few of her favorite carols and unwraps the beautiful gospel truth they contain. 

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We know the Christmas season has arrived by the carols wafting through stores and over the airways. Songs have always played an important role in the Christmas story. Pastor Alistair Begg, senior pastor of Parkside Church and teacher on Truth for Life, will introduce us to four songs sung at the very first Christmas.  May their message be as life-changing for you as it was for those who first met the baby in the manger! 

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Emotional, mental, and even physical abuse is far too common, and it is especially hard when it’s a family member who hurts you.  It can feel like there’s no way out but there are important ways you can care for yourself and those you love! If that's you, join us as psychologist Dr. Deb Gorton offers practical, godly counsel for addressing the pain of family abuse and beginning the road to healing!

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Have your children given you their Christmas lists yet?  Chris Brooks has decided there is one thing he will not be giving his kids this year!  Join us for an enlightening discussion about cell phones and social media and how Meta/Facebook is enticing your children to want what they offer!

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It’s no secret that most pastors have a tough job, and the pressure can be overwhelming.  If that’s you, or you are concerned for your pastor, join Chris Brooks as he talks with two seasoned pastors, Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry.  Their encouragement will help you build a healthy church culture and reinvigorate a Christ-centered vision for ministry!

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Christmas is coming! And with it comes all kinds of busyness – enough to distract us from the One we celebrate!  Coming up on Equipped, hear how one pastor who took up an online challenge that deepened his focus and his joy in Jesus!  Get all the details today and join Chris Brooks in the same challenge so you can enjoy your Christmas for all it's worth!

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Why do some teens thrive as adults while others struggle? Could it be as simple as finding a wise friend and following their lead? Chris Brooks will introduce you to a man who not only turned his life around but is passing the secrets of his success along to others.  Doyou know a young man who is struggling in life?  Don’t miss the wisdom of Clarence Shuler on this edition of Equipped.

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If you grew up thinking that God wants us to be holy more than He wants us to be happy, you are in for a surprise.  God wants us to be both! Author and speaker Barnabas Piper joins Chris Brooks with Biblical teaching that acknowledges our suffering while encouraging the enjoyment of all that’s good! 

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Almost everyone has had doubts about God or Christianity. What is the greatest challenge to your faith?  Maybe life got hard and you wondered if God was there, or you were deeply hurt by people you trusted and God didn’t seem to hear your prayers.  Dr. Michael Brown answer honest questions about Christianity, especially the ones you may be afraid to ask anyone else.  Discover the road back to a life-transforming relationship with the living God!

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