We all long to see our nation's urban centers won to Christ, but how does the Gospel answer the claims of false religions and restore dignity to those living in our great cities?  Pastor Eric Mason joins Chris to discuss the challenges and answers of urban apologetics!

Resource: Urban Apologetics: Restoring Black Dignity with the Gospel

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We all long to see our nation's urban centers won to Christ, but how does the Gospel answer the claims of false religions and restore dignity to those living in our great cities?&nbsp; <a href="https://www.pastoremase.com/">Pastor Eric Mason</a> joins Chris to discuss the challenges and answers of urban apologetics!
Resource: <a href="https://www.christianbook.com/urban-apologetics-restoring-black-dignity-gospel/9780310100942/pd/0100942?event=ESRCN">Urban Apologetics: Restoring Black Dignity with the Gospel</a>
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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.

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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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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Urban Apologetics

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Where is God in the midst of violence and terror? Chaplain and firefighter Bob Ossler made his way to Ground Zero to serve and comfort the horror-stricken in New York City following the attacks on September 11, 2001. On this Memorial Day edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, he shares stories from first responders and shares God's comfort during times of trauma, violence, and loss.

Featured resource:
Triumph Over Terror by Bob Ossler and Janice Hall Heck 

May thank you gift:
Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy


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Where is God in the midst of violence and terror? Chaplain and firefighter <a title="https://bobosslerchaplain.wordpress.com/about/" href="https://bobosslerchaplain.wordpress.com/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bob Ossler</a> made his way to Ground Zero to serve and comfort the horror-stricken in New York City following the attacks on September 11, 2001. On this Memorial Day edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, he shares stories from first responders and shares God's comfort during times of trauma, violence, and loss.
Featured resource: <a title="Book: Triumph Over Terror" href="https://www.amazon.com/Triumph-Over-Terror-Bob-Ossler-ebook/dp/B01LHU0I6C/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Triumph Over Terror by Bob Ossler and Janice Hall Heck&nbsp;</a>
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Triumph Over Terror

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A family vacation or trip is great time to connect with each other. But it can be easy to let spiritual habits fall away during these times. Dr. Rob Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries says that we can be intentional with this time together. Learn how travel can become an opportunity for your family to grow together spiritually when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks.

Featured resources:
Family Vision Podcast: "Make Your Vacations Matter"

Family Vision Podcast: "5 Family Worship Mistakes"

E-book: "Visionary Parenting"

Visionary Family Camp

 

May thank you gift:
Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy


Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

A family vacation or trip is great time to connect with each other. But it can be easy to let spiritual habits fall away during these times. <a href="https://visionaryfam.com/about/rob/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Rob Rienow</a> of Visionary Family Ministries says that we can be intentional with this time together. Learn how travel can become an opportunity for your family to grow together spiritually when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resources: <a href="https://visionaryfam.com/s02e296/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Family Vision Podcast: "Make Your Vacations Matter"</a>
<a href="https://visionaryfam.com/s02e300/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Family Vision Podcast: "5 Family Worship Mistakes"</a>
<a href="https://visionaryfam.com/Parenting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">E-book: "Visionary Parenting"</a>
<a title="Visionary Family Camp" href="https://cedarbay.us/events/visionary-family-camp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visionary Family Camp</a>
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Getting the Most Out of Your Vacation

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For a spiritual leader to flourish, they must live wholeheartedly for Christ. But there is a danger of sabotage by functional idols that result in a cycle of self-destructive choices. How can a Christian leader or pastor avoid landmines in ministry and continue to thrive? Dave Wiedis of ServingLeaders Ministries joins Chris Brooks to give encouragement. If you're a ministry leader, don't miss the next edition of Equipped.

Featured resource:
The Spiritually Healthy Leader by Dave Wiedis

May thank you gift:
Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey by September McCarthy


Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

For a spiritual leader to flourish, they must live wholeheartedly for Christ. But there is a danger of sabotage by functional idols that result in a cycle of self-destructive choices. How can a Christian leader or pastor avoid landmines in ministry and continue to thrive? Dave Wiedis of <a title="https://www.servingleaders.org/" href="https://www.servingleaders.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ServingLeaders Ministries</a> joins Chris Brooks to give encouragement. If you're a ministry leader, don't miss the next edition of Equipped.
Featured resource: <a title="Book: The Spiritually Healthy Leader" href="https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&amp;amp;p=1024153&amp;amp;item_no=074997" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Spiritually Healthy Leader by Dave Wiedis</a>
May thank you gift: <a title="Thank-you gift" href="https://moodyradio.org/donateto/equipped?appeal=GAW&amp;utm_content=ecbad3&amp;utm_source=gads&amp;utm_term=rad&amp;utm_medium=pc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Raising Daughters: A Christian Mom's Guide for the Lifelong Journey&nbsp;by September McCarthy</a> 
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The Spiritually Healthy Leader

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