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September 10, 2026
The Loneliness Epidemic
Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation is hurting many people, both inside and outside of the church. How can we reach the hearts of those feeling isolated? If we’re the lonely ones, how do we overcome this? Hope you can join the conversation on Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
Article: The Christian Response to Loneliness: A Biblical Response to a Modern Epidemic
September thank you gift:
The Special Needs Parent by Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
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September 09, 2026
Loving Others as God Loves Us
When a friend is hurting or a church member's child is ill, how do you help? Author and counselor Michael Emlet says we can love others as God loves us. He sees and loves his people primarily as saints, while bringing comfort to the sufferer, and faithfully speaking truth to the sinner. Learn more when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
Saints, Sufferers, and Sinners: Loving Others as God Loves Us by Michael R. Emlet
September thank you gift:
The Special Needs Parent by Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
September 08, 2026
How to Ask Better Questions
Why are questions so important? Author J.R. Briggs says that the quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask God, yourself, and others. He'll help us see how the questions we ask can deepen our relationships and faith. Learn the art of asking better questions one the next Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
The Art of Asking Better Questions by J.R. Briggs
September thank you gift:
The Special Needs Parent by Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
September 07, 2026
Integrating Faith and Work
Colossians 3:23 says, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,” – but do we really live like we believe that all work matters to the church? Matt Rusten will help us see what a faithful life at work looks like. Be encouraged to represent Christ while doing your daily work when you join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Featured resource:
Pastoring for Monday by Matt Rusten
September thank you gift:
The Special Needs Parent by Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
September 04, 2026
The Kingdom Unleashed
Christianity is exploding around the world – except in Europe and America. Why is that true and what will it take for it to change? Historian, theologian and world-watcher, Dr. Glenn Sunshine will explore these movements of God across the globe and explain what is hindering His working in our nation. Join us for Equipped with Chris Brooks and be prepared to have your heart stirred, your mind changed and your life re-directed!
Featured resource:
The Kingdom Unleashed by Glenn Sunshine and Jerry Trousdale, with Gregory C. Benoit
September thank you gift:
The Special Needs Parent by Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.
September 03, 2026
Christian Books For Children
For many decades, teachers have known the value of reading to children. Do you read to your children or grandchildren? It’s never too early or too late to start this wonderful, warm family tradition. On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Alison Mitchell and Marty Machowski will help us discover some of the best new works in Christian children’s literature, and we'll hear about your favorites, too!
September thank you gift:
The Special Needs Parent by Joe and Cindi Ferrini
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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