The Equipped with Thann Bennett

The Equipped is a once-a-week broadcast hosted by Thann Bennett that provides Jesus followers a portion-controlled way to stay aware of world events without being consumed by them. The Equipped is intentionally optimistic, eternally focused, and service-oriented. By tuning in to The Equipped, you will be informed but not consumed, focused on the True and beautiful, and equipped to serve.

Negative space 11/22/2025

Negative space Does your life have negative space? If not, you are missing out on significant beauty! Also, do you know the difference between a bruise and an injury? Finally, headline news this week includes money matters, a new Board of Peace, and votes in Congress to order the Department of Justice to release additional files related to the prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. We'll view all these stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/39129720

Easily found 11/15/2025

Easily found Are you where you are supposed to be? Are you doing what you are supposed to be doing? When Jesus comes looking for you, will you be easily found? Thann Bennett shares why the answers to these questions are critical for your preparedness to follow the call of Christ on your life. Also, headline news through the lens of the True and the beautiful, and what stirring a cup of coffee has to do with activating the beauty in your life! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/39038670

Now I know 11/08/2025

Now I know Nigeria is a country of particular concern, the U.S. government remains shutdown but SNAP is partially restored, and a major question on foreign affairs at the U.S. Supreme Court. Thann Bennett will consider these headline stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful. Also, in The True segment, why you should be exclaiming, "Now I know!" Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38954875

Been here before 11/01/2025

Been here before "Act like you've been here before!" Thann Bennett will share why this instruction applies to your life! Also, the call was just 24 seconds long, but it was evidence of a life's purpose served. Thann explains in The Beautiful segment and in between, headline news viewed through the lens of the True and the beautiful! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38862735

But for a moment 10/25/2025

But for a moment An indictment and a pardon, a title no more, and the World Series is set. Thann Bennett will consider those headline news stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful. The True includes a llama and The Beautiful reminds you that beauty matters! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38773895

Those who dreamed 10/18/2025

Those who dreamed The hostages are home! This week on The Equipped, Thann Bennett discusses how you should respond to the joyous news. Also, are you speaking to a king today? Finally, the beauty in your life is synced with eternity! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38622245

Living color 10/11/2025

Living color Your life was meant to be seen and lived in vivid color! It should leap off the page and impact those around you! Thann Bennett explores both the Truth and the beauty of this concept. Also, there is tentative hope in the Middle East, a government shutdown is into its second week, and the FDA approves an abortion pill. How can you be the hands and feet of Jesus in each of these stories? Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38544555

Already in progress 10/04/2025

Already in progress "We now join the following program already in progress." You've heard that phrase before, and it should inform the way you think about eternity! Thann Bennett explains on this episode, and also considers headline news through the lens of the True and the beautiful, and the beautiful balm of a surrendered soul. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38455780

Love your enemies 09/27/2025

Love your enemies How is it possible to love your enemies to the extent you are willing to forgive them and invite them into relationship with Jesus? Thann Bennett considers this challenge through the lens of Truth, beauty, and headline news. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38361390

The pre-teen Messiah 09/20/2025

The pre-teen Messiah Evil has reared its head in a major way by way of the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Join Thann Bennett to stand on Truth and search for beauty even in the midst of dark days. Also, Jesus was just twelve years old when He asserted His identity as the Messiah. How would you respond if a pre-teen from your neighborhood made such a claim? Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38285155

Depleted 09/13/2025

Depleted The department of war, resigning Prime Ministers, and changing the rules. Thann Bennett considers those headline stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful on this week's episode. Also, do you feel depleted? There is a way to allow that depletion to usher in a mighty move of God! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38203395

Herald on the run 09/06/2025

Herald on the run Have you ever asked God, what impact am I having? Thann Bennett invites you to consider how the answer to that question might involve a herald on the run. Also, headline stories viewed through the lens of the True and the beautiful, and a reminder about the sweetness of the season! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38076585

Kevin and Rick 08/30/2025

Kevin and Rick Kevin and Rick might sound like a couple of dads from the neighborhood or two guys from your small group, but they are actually feeder pigs! Thann Bennett explains what Kevin and Rick have to do with you on this week's episode. Also, headline stories including the passing of Dr. James Dobson, a former national security advisor's home and office are raided, and a board member of the Federal Reserve is fired. Tune in to consider each through the lens of the True and the beautiful! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/38024590

To do or not to do? 08/23/2025

To do or not to do? Go. Wait. Do. Don't. Which is it? Or is it both? Thann Bennett explores what Scripture has to say on the matter. Also, headline stories include peace talks that are more talk than peace. Finally, in The Beautiful segment, stop and watch the butterflies! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37926525

The crazy out there 08/16/2025

The crazy out there How can you be aware of the times and the news of the day without getting dragged into the chaos and the crazy? Thann Bennett shares in the True and in the Beautiful, he reminds us that our true treasure and beauty is found deep within the jars of clay that are our physical beings. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37838705

Warring lions 08/09/2025

Warring lions Warring lions, starving hostages, jobs lost, not unanimous, and why color? We'll consider this week's headline news through the lens of the True and the beautiful! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37734915

Ryno 08/02/2025

Ryno Meeting a childhood hero at the White House, but it wasn't the President. It was Ryno, as explained in The True on this week's episode. Then, headline stories include starvation in Gaza, the Epstein saga, and more trade deals. In The Beautiful segment, consider the distinct beauty of worn pages and a life well spent! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37641520

Don't say it 07/26/2025

Don't say it Don't say it! Don't even utter the word! Thann Bennett dares to say the word on this week's broadcast and explains why it is taboo– but shouldn't be! Also, headline stories include rare cuts, a repeat offender, and a championship identity. Tune in to The Equipped to consider these stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37548180

Travel light 07/19/2025

Travel light Pressure on Putin, the Department of Education resumes closure, and strike three! Thann Bennett shares how to view those headline stories through the lens of the True and the Beautiful, but not before considering the reality that Jesus is going to walk into your world today! Finally, in the beautiful segment, why you should be traveling light like a dandelion! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37462395

Yes and yes 07/12/2025

Yes and yes Flash flooding in Texas, a birthday bill signing, and political endorsements from church pulpits. Thann Bennett considers these headline stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful. In the True, should you sit or serve? In the beautiful, you can reflect the tender loving care of your Creator! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37350615

Pacts, fried eggs, and a snail on a pear 07/05/2025

Pacts, fried eggs, and a snail on a pear Pacts and constitutional limitations are the theme of this week's headline stories on The Equipped, but the focus is really on fried eggs and a snail on a pear! Join Thann Bennett to hear how all of that connects to the True and the beautiful in your world! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37278240

Is it in you? 06/28/2025

Is it in you? What does a commercial for a sports drink have to do with the enemy you face in your walk with Jesus? Thann Bennett will share. Plus headline news including bunker buster bombs, a NATO Summit, and fearfully and wonderfully made— all considered through the lens of the True and the beautiful. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37182000

Three or more 06/21/2025

Three or more All out war in the Middle East, political violence in Minnesota, and parades and protests in Washington, DC. Join Thann Bennett on The Equipped to consider each of these stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful. Also, when does obedience require more than three responses? Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37092215

All about the number 06/14/2025

All about the number It is all about the number, but everyone's number is different. Also, headline news through the lens of the True and the beautiful, including Troops in the Streets, One Big Beautiful Tussle, and A Return Facilitated. Finally, the beautiful segment considers how the enemy in your world is in reality far smaller than he appears! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/37002020

Betrayed 06/07/2025

Betrayed The betrayal of Jesus was even more difficult than the crucifixion. Thann Bennett discusses why this week on The Equipped. Also, headline stories including antisemitism in Boulder, student visas are revoked, and peace is elusive around the world. Finally, beauty and bounty go together for you as a Jesus follower! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/36894335

Happy, happy, happy 05/31/2025

Happy, happy, happy This week on The Equipped, Thann Bennett discusses stories and a theme of death in our world, and how your God brings life from that death. In the words of Phil Robertson, who went to be with his Jesus this week, your life, because of Jesus, should be, "Happy, happy, happy!" Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/36793980

Not a dance 05/24/2025

Not a dance You are at war. It's not a dance or a contest, but in fact a war. Tune in to The Equipped to learn more, as well as to consider headline news through the lens of the True and the beautiful. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/36692460

A little farther each time 05/17/2025

A little farther each time Trade deals and ceasefires, a hostage freed, and a new Pope. Join Thann Bennett on The Equipped to consider these headline stories through the lens of the True and the beautiful. Speaking of the True, what does Dora the rabbit have to do with Mother's Day? Tune in to find out! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/36567400

Convincing the skeptical 05/10/2025

Convincing the skeptical No caveats. No qualifications. No justifications. Mary simply proclaimed that which she had seen, and you can do the same in your life! Also, headline news viewed through the lens of the True and the beautiful. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/36487225

Do not be afraid 05/03/2025

Do not be afraid Your email inbox is out to get you! If you believe the messages that flood your inbox, fill your tv screens, and dominate your social media feeds, you should be very, very afraid. But the consistent message of Jesus is that you should not be afraid! Thann Bennett discusses this truth on this week's episode, and then turns to headline news. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: /episode/index/show/d9df12af-1a72-4209-a76b-02a7013d43bf/id/36414255

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