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Filling the Void Within
Growing up, I often pondered the meaning of life. Every day felt like the same thing over and over again—“rise with the sun, rest with the set.” How is that different from being a machine? Later, as I grew up, I discovered the internet, but it still couldn’t shake off the monotony. Entertainment and work failed to bring real satisfaction and joy; they often left me feeling emptier and more confused after fleeting moments of happiness. Just like Ecclesiastes 1:2 says, “Vanity of vanities, all is vanity.” So why do we feel this emptiness?
It’s because I hadn’t experienced God’s goodness. Like a pen without an ink cartridge, no matter how hard we try to write—even to the point of tearing the paper—we can’t produce any real words. Or, life is like a journey; we want to take our family to see beautiful scenery. We know the beauty of the destination but not the way there, and end up either wandering aimlessly or giving up halfway. But now, I’ve experienced the beauty of God’s guidance!
Whenever I felt lost due to my studies or career, it was God gently holding my hand and guiding me. When I fell along life’s path, it was God who used the goodness around me to soothe my wounds. When I was troubled by the world, it was God who calmed the storms within me. God allowed me to see rainbows in the storms, beauty in the pain, and colors in the world.
If we think we can only feel joy, happiness, and satisfaction after reaching our destination, then it’s just a fairy tale. But if we are on the right path and God is with us, the journey itself is profoundly moving. God will also wash away the weariness and burdens of our journey, just as Isaiah 40:11 says: “He will feed His flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those who are with young.” Because God is our shepherd, our guide.
I encourage you to join our church, to seek and experience the truth of God! Below are the ten basic beliefs of our church to help you get to know us better.
https://www.tjc-chicago.org/about/basic-beliefs/
Come join us in worshipping and knowing the one True God together In our upcoming Fall Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation.
September 26-29, 2024
Thursday, September 26,2024 6:50PM to 8:10PM
Friday and Saturday, 27-28 September 2024 9:00AM to 8:10PM
Sunday, September 29, 2024 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Complimentary lunch and dinner will be served.
Our church’s address is as follows:
4N550 Church Road
Bensenville, IL 60106
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In the meantime, please feel free to join us for our regular Sabbath (Friday evening and Saturday) services online or in-person.
Friday Evening Service: 7:50PM – 9:00PM
Saturday Morning Service: 10:50AM – 12:00Noon
Saturday Afternoon Service: 1:30PM – 2:40PM
Email us at ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org
I didn’t know which direction to head or felt unable to control my path, leading to a loss of goals and the courage to seek direction.
As time passes, the problems pile up, eventually overwhelming me. To make myself feel “better,” I engage in more pointless activities, trapping myself in a vicious cycle.
We all strive to push our limits and grow, whether in knowledge, character, or emotions, but ultimately, we can never fully master all knowledge, attain perfect character, or live without emotional regrets.