The Equipped Podcast

The Equipped Podcast

In days that are growing darker, and darker, there is a voice, that is speaking up, to equip God’s people in the last days. Welcome to the Equipped podcast.

Pray Without Ceasing A Practical Guide
The Equipped Podcast
Pray Without Ceasing A Practical Guide

Recent Episodes

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Feb. 27, 2026

Pray Without Ceasing A Practical Guide

Episode title: "Pray Without Ceasing — A Practical Guide" Summary (start to finish): Opening: The Announcer frames the show—times are dark, the spiritual battle is intense, and listeners are invited to the Equipped Podcast to "wake up, armor up, and war strong." The Announcer introduces hosts Michael and Theresa (Teresa) Blaes. Introductions and topic: Teresa Blaes and Michael Blaes (with Valarie/Val Rocha also introduced) open the episode. Teresa states the topic: "praying without ceasing" (
Feb. 11, 2026

Opposition

Episode title: "Opposition" Opening: The Announcer introduces the Equipped podcast, describing a world getting darker and a spiritual war, and hands off to hosts Michael and Teresa Blaise. Teresa welcomes listeners. Hosts identify themselves: Teresa Blaise, Michael Blaise, and Val (Valarie) Rocha. A brief playful exchange follows among Teresa, Michael, and Val. Topic introduction: Teresa states the episode's focus—opposition—framing opposition as a sign that someone is doing what God intends.
Oct. 23, 2025

How Forgiveness Brings Wholeness and Healing

In this episode titled "How Forgiveness Brings Wholeness and Healing," the hosts—Michael and Teresa Blaes, along with Valarie Rocha—conclude their discussion on the Lord's Prayer by tackling the challenging topic of forgiveness, specifically the phrase "forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors." The Announcer opens the episode by emphasizing the struggle between good and evil and invites listeners to engage with the equipped podcast's mission of awakening God's people. Teresa and Michael
Oct. 18, 2025

The Power of the Lord's Prayer

In this episode titled "The Power of the Lord's Prayer," the hosts, Michael Blaes, Teresa Blaes, and Valarie Rocha, discuss how a follower of Christ should respond during dark times, emphasizing the importance of prayer and equipping God's people for the last days. The episode opens with the Announcer setting the stage for the discussion about the increasing battle between good and evil. Michael and Teresa, along with Valarie, then introduce the topic of the Lord's Prayer, highlighting its sign
Oct. 2, 2025

Iron Sharpens Iron: Partnering in Faith

In this episode of the Equipped Podcast, titled "Iron Sharpens Iron: Partnering in Faith," the hosts—Michael Blaes, Teresa Blaes, and Valarie Rocha—engage in a discussion about the importance of spiritual discipline for mental wellness. The announcement introduces the theme of the podcast, which emphasizes the need for Christians to be prepared for the challenges of the current world. Teresa opens the conversation by posing a question about how spiritual discipline aligns with mental wellness,
Sept. 25, 2025

Trusting God Through Trials

In this episode titled "Trusting God Through Trials," hosts Michael and Teresa Blaes, joined by Valarie Rocha, discuss how God uses setbacks and circumstances in the lives of believers to promote growth. The episode begins with an announcement about the podcast's mission to equip God's people during challenging times. Teresa and Michael introduce the topic, emphasizing the necessity of addressing setbacks, especially as they relate to their own experiences with challenges while producing the po