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October 08, 2025
Israel and Hamas: 2 Years of War
October 7 marked two years since Hamas launched a deadly attack on Israel. Now, a new peace proposal from the President aims to bring an end to the conflict. What would true peace in the Middle East look like? And how should believers pray? Chris Brooks is joined by Dr. Michael Rydelnik, host of Moody Radio's Open Line, to unpack the situation in Israel and Gaza. Bring your questions to this important conversation on Equipped.
October thank you gift:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler
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October 07, 2025
Delighting in God's Law
How many times have you skipped over reading Old Testament books like Leviticus and Numbers because all the laws were just too confusing? Hear Bible teacher and author Kristie Anyabwile have a rich discussion with Chris Brooks about God's purposes for these laws and the meaning they hold for us today. Join us and discover why these Old Testament commands still matter.
Featured resource:
Delighting in God's Law: Old Testament Commands and Why They Matter Today by Kristie Anyabwile
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 06, 2025
Encouraging Faith in your Adult Children
The mission of parenting doesn't end after your kids become adults. As our children fly the family nest, we may feel like our influence as parents has passed, but that's not what the Bible teaches. Your influence may actually be stronger than ever! Don't miss pastor and father Rob Rienow's advice on encouraging the faith of your adult children on Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
Never Too Late: Encouraging Faith in Your Adult Children by Rob Rienow
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 03, 2025
Why Worship?
Why is worship so important? After all, the Bible is full of stories about people singing and praising God. On this edition of Equipped, Pastor H. B. Charles, Jr., will explain what genuine worship is and why it touches the heart of God. Find a fresh touch from the Lord through authentic worship.
Featured resource:
On Worship: A Short Guide to Understanding, Participating in, and Leading Corporate Worship by H. B. Charles, Jr.
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 02, 2025
Global Reset
Global changes have led many Christians to ask, "Are we in the End Times?" Pastor and author Dr. Mark Hitchcock believes these changes could pave the way for a global reset. Are you ready? On this edition on Equipped, Mark will guide us through God's great plan for planet Earth and End Times prophecy.
Featured resource:
Global Reset: Do Current Events Point to the Antichrist and His Worldwide Empire? by Mark Hitchcock and Jeff Kinley
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.