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August 28, 2026
Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture
Does living for Jesus make you feel like you're being watched? In our world of shifting values, a compelling faith stands out and draws people in. On the next Equipped with Chris Brooks, Pastor Mike Tatlock says the most radical thing a Christian can do is stay anchored to Him. Learn how your life can become a living invitation when you join us for Equipped.
Featured resource:
A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture by Mike Tatlock
August thank you gift:
A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture by Mike Tatlock
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
August 27, 2026
Navigating Grief
How do we navigate grief and loss? The Bible talks about grief and we see how Jesus handled the loss of His friend Lazarus. Dr. Asabi Dean helps us prepare for grief and process losses we have faced. Whether you're in a season of grief yourself or helping someone else process their sorrow, don't miss this helpful conversation on Equipped with Chris Brooks.
August thank you gift:
A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture by Mike Tatlock
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
August 26, 2026
Agape Love in Practice
Christians are commanded to love one another. But our present-day divisions and disunity show us that it’s not an easy task to do. Dr. Winfred Neely helps us see how a mutual agape love within the church can spread to our families and communities. Explore the biblical basis for love when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
A Love to Live By: Rediscovering Agape Love in Scripture by Dr. Winfred O. Neely
August thank you gift:
A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture by Mike Tatlock
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
August 25, 2026
Surviving Religion 101
Is it possible to keep your faith intact in the college years? What happens when that professor raises questions you don’t know how to answer? Dr. Michael Kruger has been training young people to answer for their beliefs for over 20 years. If you are a student dealing with doubt or wrestling with objections to Christianity from fellow students and professors, find answers on this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
Surviving Religion 101: Letters to a Christian Student on Keeping the Faith in College by Michael J. Kruger
August thank you gift:
A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture by Mike Tatlock
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
August 24, 2026
Following Jesus In Your 50s and 60s
Those in their 50s and 60s have unique opportunities and challenges. They’ve lived a lot of life and have wisdom – but aren’t close to being done in following Jesus. How do we keep serving God when we’re not old and not young? Christopher Ash joins us on Equipped with Chris Brooks to talk about faithful living and serving in midlife. Don’t miss an encouraging conversation!
Featured resource:
Not Old, Not Young, Not Done: Following Jesus in your 50s and 60s by Christopher Ash
August thank you gift:
A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture by Mike Tatlock
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
August 21, 2026
Helping Kids Cope with Their Emotions
Every parent knows from experience that little people have big emotions! Our children struggle with their feelings, and surprisingly, worry is among their greatest concerns. How can we help our children learn to process their fears and take charge of their emotions? On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, we talk with author and counselor Dr. Josh Straub about fostering emotional awareness in our children.
Featured resource:
What Do I Do with Worry? by Dr. Josh and Christi Straub
What Am I Feeling? by Dr. Josh and Christi Straub
August thank you gift:
A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture by Mike Tatlock
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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