Get Ready for Sunday: Possessing the Promise

This Week at Northbrook: Oct 17, 2025

God’s promises aren’t passive, they require pursuit. What if the biggest threat to your spiritual growth isn’t what’s against you, but what you’re still allowing to stay with you?

This Sunday in Forged, we’ll step into Numbers 33, where Israel stands at the edge of the Promised Land. God’s command was clear: drive out every rival, destroy every idol, and take possession of what He had already given. But this wasn’t just about land; it was about loyalty. God knew that the sin they tolerated would one day control them. The same is true for us. You can’t possess the life God intends while negotiating with what He’s called you to remove.

So here’s the question for this week: what are you letting linger that God has already called you to let go?

Let’s come ready to fight for freedom and take hold of the life Jesus died to give us.

Northbrook now has free access to RightNow Media—20,000+ Bible studies and videos for you and your family. Check your email for the invite link to get started or click here to sign up today ›

What’s Happening

FEATURED

Life Group Members Gathering

Sunday, October 19 at 4pm | Atrium

Church Family, this is our moment to lean in together. This Sunday is the Forward Life Group Members Gathering at 4pm in the Atrium, and we need every Life Group represented. This isn’t just another meeting, it’s a chance to hear the vision, ask questions, and be part of what God is doing next at Northbrook. Childcare and snacks are provided. Your presence matters as we move forward by faith, on mission—together.

RSVP for Oct 19 Now ›
 

Town Hall Gathering + Members Meeting

Sunday, November 2 at 4pm | Atrium (for everyone)

Everyone’s invited to hear the vision, share ideas, ask questions, and learn more about the Forward initiative. A brief Members Meeting will follow. Childcare and snacks provided. 

RSVP for Nov 2 Now ›

Mission Trip Interest Meeting

October 19

Join us after worship this Sunday to learn about upcoming trips with our Acts 1:8 partners and how you can go in ministry—down the hall, across the street, and into the world.

Let us know your coming. Signup Today ›

The Bridge Gathering

October 19 at 6pm

Join us this Sunday at 6pm for the Bridge—a gathering for young adults at the Cymbidium Studios in downtown. Learn more at northbrookbc.com/thebridge ›

Tailgate Sunday: Grill. Chill. Play. Repeat! 

Sunday, October 26

Stay after church for hot dogs, ice cream, flag football, games, inflatables, pickleball, the Chili Cook-off, and more. Bring friends, family, neighbors—everyone’s invited!
 

Chili Cook-off! Bring your best pot of Chili and let’s see who wins over the tastebuds of the people! You must signup in order to enter the contest. Sign up ›

Meet Your Deacon Sunday!

November 2

Stay after worship to meet your deacon and connect with those who help care for and support our Northbrook family.

Thanksgiving at Northbrook

November 16

Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 6pm, with dinner options at 5:00 or 6:30pm. Donations can be made online (select Thanksgiving Meal Donation) or at the door.

Space is limited—RSVP now for you, your family, and guests at northbrookbc.com/thanksgiving ›

True North is coming in December!

December 7, 14 & 21

If you're interested in discovering more about the ministry and mission of Northbrook, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next True North coming up in December.  It would be an honor to get to know you and we want to help you get connected with us.

Learn more at northbrookbc.com/truenorth ›

On The Horizon

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

  • Forward Gatherings | Oct. 19 (Life Group Members) & Nov. 2 (Everyone)

  • Forward Congregational Vote | November 9

  • Holly Jolly Palooza | December 3

  • True North | December 7, 14 & 21 › Sign Up ›

  • Christmas Eve Service | December 24

Next Steps