Get Ready for Easter: Look Again at the Cross

This Week at Northbrook: April 18, 2025

Have you ever looked at something a hundred times and still missed what was really going on? That’s exactly what can happen with the cross. We wear it, decorate with it, sing about it—but have we really seen it?

This Sunday, we’ll fix our eyes on Jesus’ final words in Luke 23:44–49, and what we’ll see isn’t just the death of a man—it’s the defeat of sin, the victory over death, and the proof that you can fully trust God even in your darkest moments.

At first glance, the cross looked like failure. But when you really look? You see the sky go dark, the curtain tear, and Jesus shout, “Father, into your hands I entrust my spirit.” Judgment was falling. Death was losing. Hope was rising. And lives—like yours and mine—were being changed forever.

So let me ask you: What are you going through right now that feels like the end? Maybe it’s not. Maybe it’s the place where redemption and renovation begins.

Come ready to see the cross with fresh eyes—and leave with a faith that’s anchored, unshaken, and fully alive.

He is risen. Let’s worship like it.

Who have you invited to join you for Easter? 

Take the initiative to reach out to family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors. Eternity is at stake for someone far from God.

Easter Schedule

  1. Breakfast starts at 9am

  2. No Life Groups

  3. The Family Easter Experience walk-through will be open from 9-10:15am on the second floor Life Group hallway. You don't want to miss this!

  4. Worship at 10:30am.

    • Preschool Worship (nursery-preK) and Kids Worship (k-4th grade) available

What’s Happening at Northbrook

Good Friday Service | Tonight at 5pm

Join us this Friday as we remember the cross and reflect on Jesus’ powerful words: “It is finished.” Through worship, Scripture, and the Lord’s Supper, we’ll fix our eyes on the sacrifice that secured our salvation. Come ready to pause, reflect, and respond. 

Discover Northbrook at True North

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

Here’s the schedule:

  • April 27 & May 4: Sessions 1 & 2 | 12pm | Fireside Room (Lunch and Childcare provided)

  • May 11 | True North Connect – Experience one of our Life Groups!

Register for True North at northbrookbc.com/truenorth

Family Dedication | May 11

Family Dedication is a chance to publicly declare your commitment to raising your child to know and love Jesus and to help them grow in the grace and knowledge of God. If you’re interested in taking part of Family Dedication, you can sign up at northbrookbc.com/familydedication

Senior Adult Revival | May 12-14

Join us at Northbrook for our Senior Adult Revival. Refreshments at 10am and Worship at 10:30am each day. The revival will be led by Dr. Joe McKeever, and Chuck Johnston, worship pastor at Cullman FBC. We hope to see you there.

Graduate Recognition and Commissioning | May 18

Graduating is such an incredible achievement! During the graduation season, it is important to take time to recognize seniors for all they have accomplished throughout their academic career, while also praying blessings over them as they continue their education or enter a career field. Please register by May 12.

To register for Graduate Recognition, visit northbrookbc.com/graduate

ON THE HORIZON

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

  • Church-wide Picnic | May 21

  • Vacation Bible School | June 1-4

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