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Pastoring a church is one of the most rewarding—and challenging—callings. Today on Equipped, we’re talking about the joys and struggles of being a pastor and asking an important question: How can the church better love and care for their pastors? Don’t miss this encouraging conversation on Equipped.
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October 28, 2025
The Gospel's Impact on the Fatherlessness Epidemic
There’s a growing cultural epidemic of fatherlessness in America—one that’s impacting generations of families. On the next Equipped, Chris Brooks is joined by Pastor Alton Hardy, who believes the answer to this crisis is found in the Gospel. He’s witnessing real transformation in his Alabama community, and he’ll share how that same hope can impact your life, too. Don’t miss this powerful story of Gospel-driven change—coming up next on Equipped.
Resources mentioned:
Long is the Way by Alton Hardy
Article: The Fatherless Epidemic: Raising Up Men in Urban America
October thank you gift:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler
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October 27, 2025
When I'm Attacked for Being a Christian, How Should I Respond?
October 27 is International Religious Freedom Day. Chris will talk with listeners about how Chrisitians should respond when they're attacked by their faith. Then Todd Nettleton helps up prepare for the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians on November 2. Join us as we prepare and pray for persecuted believers close to home and around the world when you join us for Equipped.
Resources mentioned:
Article: When I'm Attacked for Being a Christian, How Should I Respond?
Article: International Religious Freedom Day
Nov 2: International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians
October thank you gift:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
October 24, 2025
Did Jesus Really Say He Was God?
Did Jesus really say He was God? Moody Bible Institute professor Dr. Mikel Del Rosario will tackle your questions about the historical Jesus. Some say Jesus only claimed human authority. We'll dive in to see what He said about Himself. Whether you're searching for answers yourself or trying to share about Jesus with others, don't miss this important conversation on Equipped.
Featured resource:
Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Making Sense of His Historical Claims by Mikel Del Rosario
Founder's Week
October thank you gift:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
October 23, 2025
Are You Rebranding Sin as a Virtue?
How can we discern the truth in a culture where right is called wrong and evil is called good? Many sins have been rebranded as admirable virtues. Dr. John Koessler helps us identify these sins that have been subtly disguised in our culture. Learn how to follow Christ when evil masquerades as good when you join us for the next Equipped.
Featured resource:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler
October thank you gift:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
October 22, 2025
Rediscovering Jesus
What do you really know about Jesus? Our culture—and even many Christians—put Jesus into boxes that don't hold up under scrutiny. Join Chris Brooks and Erica Wiggenhorn for a fresh look at the real Jesus who walked this earth as we journey through the Book of Luke. You will rediscover the Savior of our souls who longs for a relationship with us on Equipped.
Featured resource:
Unexplainable Jesus: Rediscovering the God You Thought You Knew by Erica Wiggenhorn
October thank you gift:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
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Chris Brooks
Chris Brooks is the senior pastor of Woodside Bible Church, a multisite congregation across the Detroit metropolitan area. Chris served for 20 years as the senior pastor of Evangel Ministries, a thriving 1,600-member church in the heart of Detroit. He also served as the campus dean of Moody Theological Seminary in Plymouth, Michigan. A popular Detroit radio host since 2005, Chris is the author of Kingdom Dreaming and Urban Apologetics. He graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in Finance, completed his MA in Christian Apologetics at Biola University, and graduated from the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Asbury Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Yodit, are the proud parents of six children: Christopher, Zewditu, Cameron, Judah, Sophia, and Christyana.
Equipped with Chris Brooks
Equipped with Chris Brooks encourages you to grow spiritually, think critically, and live compassionately in your community. Interact with Chris as he empowers you to live out the gospel in a rapidly changing culture. This live, one-hour program, airing weekdays at noon CT, features special guests and welcomes your participation by callling in and by plugging in through social media.