Get Ready for Sunday: Cultivating Christlike Relationships

This Week at Northbrook: Feb. 21

How do you handle relationships when things get messy? Whether it’s a difficult conversation, a moment of frustration, or simply learning to love others well, relationships take wisdom—and wisdom comes from Christ.

This Sunday, we’ll be in Colossians 3:12-17, where Paul reminds us that if we’re in Christ, we should put on His character—compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. The love of Christ binds it all together, shaping how we treat one another. When we let the peace of Christ rule in our hearts and the word of Christ dwell in us, our relationships reflect the transforming power of Jesus.

As you prepare for Sunday, take a few moments to read through the entire letter of Colossians, paying special attention to our focal passage (3:12-17). Then, reflect on this: Are my relationships shaped by Christ’s character or my own preferences? Let’s come ready to grow in relational wisdom together!

Looking forward to worshiping with you!

What's Happening at Northbrook

Are you interested in discovering more about Northbrook or know of someone who is?

Join us for True North on March 2, 9, and 16 at 9 AM!

True North is the place to learn more about the life, mission, and ministry of Northbrook. The first two weeks include sessions about Northbrook, followed by True North Connect in the third week—an opportunity to visit a Life Group and experience community firsthand. Here’s the schedule:

  • March 2 & 9 | Sessions 1 & 2 | 9-10:15am | Conference Room (2nd Floor)

  • March 16 | True North Connect – Experience one of our Life Groups!

Learn more and register at northbrookbc.com/truenorth

Steadfast: Stand firm. Be ready.

A new sermon series from 1&2 Peter/Jude starting March 2

1-2 Peter and Jude are letters that call us to remain unshakable in our faith despite the trials and pressures of the world. We’ll discover the urgency of standing firm in God’s grace, staying rooted in His promises, and living holy lives as we await the return of return of Christ.
 

Do you want to connect deeper to the life of our church?

Let us help you find a place to belong. New Off-campus Life Groups available! Interested in trying one out? Find a place to connect and experience community that can cultivate transformation.

New Off-campus Life Groups

  • Dan and Jamie Odle's group will meet on Sundays from 4-6pm in the Vinemont area at Jason and Becky Abernathy's home, kicking off this Sunday night.

  • Wayne and Robin Cook's group will also meet on Sundays from 5-7pm at Todd and Anna McEvoy's home, getting started next Sunday night, March 2.

Space is limited for each group, but we want to give you an opportunity to connect with one of these new Life Groups. If you're interested, please let us know ›

Interested in leading a group or hosting a home group? We want to develop more leaders and host homes for future groups. Let us know. There's a place to express your interest at the bottom of this form ›

You can also connect to a Sunday AM Life Group, which meet at the church every Sunday at 9 AM. Let us help you find a Life Group that's the right fit for you. Connect with here › or by emailing jordan@northbrookbc.com
 

Adult Luncheon | March 4 at 10:30am

We look forward to kicking off the year with our first monthly luncheon on Tuesday, March 4 at 10:30am with special guest speaker, our very own Jeremy Samplaski. Hope to see you there.
 

Ready to publicly declare your new life in Christ through baptism?

Baptism Sunday  |  March 16 at 10:30 AM

Baptism is a public expression of a person’s faith in Christ as Lord and Savior and  admission into the membership of a local church. If you’re ready to take the next step of faith through baptism or want to learn more about taking this step, get started at northbrookbc.com/baptism
 

Serve Day  |  April 6

Registration will open March 2

Serve Day is an opportunity to live out our calling to go across the street and serve our community together. We are challenging our Life Groups to take on a project together, but you can still serve even if you're not in a Life Group. Learn more at northbrookbc.com/serveday
 

On The Horizon

Ministry events and opportunities coming up over the next three months. Save these dates:

  • Knotted: Marriage Gathering | March 19

  • 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting | March 30 - April 19

  • Good Friday Service | April 18

  • Easter at Northbrook | April 20

  • True North | April 27 & May 4

  • Senior Adult Revival | May 12-14

  • Graduate Recognition and Commissioning Luncheon | May 18

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