In 1981 the church faced a difficult decision. Could the ministry continue with a small core group or should they disband? The church's parsonage was sold to raise needed funds.

In 1982 a young seminarian, Kirk Johnston, proposed changes that might increase the church's effectiveness. He recommended the church change its name and polity to a Bible Church. He reasoned this would give the church broader appeal in the community. The church called Kirk as pastor and became North Highlands Bible Church in 1982. Three years later the church was on the rebound.

In October of 1985 Dennis Eenigenburg became the twenty-third pastor of the church. During the next 16 years the Lord afforded North Highlands new opportunities and ministries under Dennis' leadership. In 1990 a new educational wing was completed and in 1997 the church moved into their new, expanded sanctuary. In March of 2001, Dennis followed the Lord to pursue another ministry in Louisiana, and God continued to demonstrate His faithfulness to NHBC.

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