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October 29, 2026
How to Trust God after Tragedy and Disappointment
In a recent interview, Jewish actor and comedian Billy Crystal said that his trust in God has been shaken in the wake of several devastating personal losses. What advice would you give to someone who is struggling to trust God after a tragedy has touched their life? If you've gone through tragedies in your own life, what helped you to continue to trust God? Join us for this very important conversation on Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
Article 1: Billy Crystal says he doesn't 'trust' God after house burned in wildfire, Rob Reiner killed
Article 2: Franklin Graham responds to Billy Crystal saying he no longer trusts God after tragedies
October thank you gift:
The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith by Mark Yarbrough
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October 28, 2026
Trusting the Bible in a Secular Age
Can the Bible be trusted? How can we trust the Bible in this secular age we live in? Social media influencers and websites and politicians quote Scripture out of context or wrestle with questions about seeming-contradictions about the Bible. Moody Bible Institute professor Dr. Mikel Del Rosario will tackle your questions about why we can trust the Bible and the historical Jesus. 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
Mentioned Bible resources:
NET Bible
Logos Bible software
The Bible Experience dramatized audio Bible
Bible encyclopedia
October thank you gift:
The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith by Mark Yarbrough
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
October 27, 2026
How to Create Richer Friendships
Friendship is one of God's greatest treasures. Facing joyful moments and hardships with a friend makes both easier to deal with. Becky Harling has examined the Proverbs to see what makes the foundation of a good friend. If you’re looking to form and strengthen your friendships, join us for the next edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
Friend-Wise: Practical Ideas for Richer Relationships by Becky Harling
October thank you gift:
The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith by Mark Yarbrough
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
October 26, 2026
The Unstoppable Gospel
The gospel of the early church turned the world upside down. But the gospel preached today is often a far cry from the one that set the world on fire. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, pastor and radio host Karl Clauson will show us the truth about salvation, discipleship, and the gospel that still has the power to change everything. Don’t miss the conversation!
Featured resources:
The Unstoppable Gospel by Karl Clauson
October thank you gift:
The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith by Mark Yarbrough
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
October 23, 2026
How to Teach Kids Theology
Understanding theology is important – and that includes for our children. Yet a recent study stated that close to 40% of children’s leaders are uncomfortable leading conversations about major doctrines of the Church. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or in kids’ ministry, you can learn how to teach kids theology when you join us for our next Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
How to Teach Kids Theology: Deep Truths for Growing Faith by Sam Luce and Hunter Williams
Mentioned resources:
Same Lake, Different Boat by Stephanie Hubach
Kim Botto ministry
Oliver Goes to Sunday School by Tina Hoddy
The Child with Autism Learns about Faith by Kathy Labosh
YouthPastorTheologian.com
Founder's Week, Oct 21-23
October thank you gift:
The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith by Mark Yarbrough
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
October 22, 2026
Public Witness in a Polarized World
Are you disillusioned by the Christian public witness today? Justin Giboney says that it's possible to be faithful in the public square without joining the culture war. Overcoming polarization doesn't have to mean moral compromise. Be encouraged to stand for Christ in your communities when you join us for the next Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resources:
Don't Let Nobody Turn You Around by Justin Giboney
Founder's Week, Oct 21-23
October thank you gift:
The Rekindled Heart: 6 Essentials for Reviving Your Faith by Mark Yarbrough
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 calling in and by plugging in through social media.
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