The culturally popular idea that masculine men are a problem to be solved threatens our whole society. Author Owen Strachen asserts that men who are assertive, risk-taking, and single-minded have been disappearing from families, communities, and churches, and we need them back! Today guest-host Mike Fabarez talks with Owen about what happens when men provide, protect, and lead for the good of others. Men, discover God's plan for your life and, women, discover why it's good for you, too!

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Coming up on Equipped, Pastor Mike Fabarez will be in the host seat as Chris Brooks continues his sabbatical this month. He will bring thought-provoking conversations that will drive us deeper into our walk with Christ and help us live & share the Gospel. He’ll take your calls to help us think critically, and live compassionately in our homes, churches, and communities!

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Church membership has been declining, especially over the past 20 years. What has led to this downturn? Coming up on Equipped, church growth expert Thom Ranier and Chris Brooks discuss the silent killers of churches which are rooted in our commitment to Christ Himself! Does your church need help? Don't miss this edition of Equipped!

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Chris Brooks regularly encourages us to be winsome witnesses for Jesus in today’s culture. For many people, that means starting with the question, Does God Exist? Today, Chris will guide us through several avenues of proof for the God of the Bible. Listen and learn to graciously share your faith with skeptics and atheists who need to know the love of our great God!

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Discover an amazing story of the friendship between one of history’s greatest preachers and a slave-turned preacher. Aaron Ivey will introduce us to the faith and friendship of Charles Hadden Spurgeon, and missionary and abolitionist Thomas Johnson. Don’t miss this timely example of two men bound together by their love for Jesus and His glorious Gospel!

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We are in a worldwide mental health crisis, and the modern self-help industry responds with promises it cannot deliver. Where are the real answers?
Guest host Dave Wilson talks with pastor and leadership coach Christopher Cook about his journey from trauma to wholeness. Chris shares well-researched, biblically grounded strategies to revitalize our mental and emotional well-being! If self-help has failed and you’re tired of the struggle, Dave and Chris will help you transform your mental, emotional, and spiritual health from the inside out!

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What do you do when you love your spouse but can’t conquer the pain of the past or deal with present conflicts? Guest host Dave Wilson talks with a couple who quickly learned that love wasn’t enough to overcome the baggage they brought to the relationship. If you think your marriage is doomed, think again, and join us for this hope-filled edition of Equipped!

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Are you married? Would you like to be? One thing is certain; God has great plans for you and your marriage! Pastor Tim and Kathy Keller were married for 48 years and learned rich wisdom in those years, including the fact that marriage is the most profound human relationship. Today we’ll hear from Tim and Kathy and learn to know and love our spouses and glorify God in the process! Discover the marriage God meant you to have!

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