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Finding My Way Home
Ever since childhood, I was naturally drawn to religious questions like, “Is there a God?” or “What happens after death?” Growing up in a Taoist family, I followed my parents and grandmother to temples, chanting and worshipping idols. At home, I faithfully offered incense and prayed three times daily. This was my life until my teens.
My first encounter with Christianity at age twelve wasn’t pleasant. My brother secretly joined a Christian group, angering my father deeply. Trying to please my father, I helped him burn my brother’s Christian tracts. Christianity seemed foreign and offensive to me, especially after a classmate mocked Taoist practices.
Then, everything changed when I was fourteen. My father was diagnosed with liver cancer, and his intense pain broke my heart. I desperately prayed to my usual deities, begging for relief, even injuring myself in desperation—but nothing helped.
One night, amid my father’s suffering, a Christian friend called and urged me to pray to Jesus. Initially annoyed, I finally agreed out of sheer desperation. I simply prayed, “In Jesus’ name,” sincerely asking Him to ease my father’s pain. Surprisingly, peace filled my heart immediately. When I checked on my father, he was sleeping peacefully for the first time in days. At that moment, I knew there was something special about Jesus.
Zechariah 1:3 says, “Return to Me…and I will return to you.” This verse echoed deeply in my heart. I decided to abandon idol worship and explore Christianity further. I began attending True Jesus Church quietly with my friend, initially startled by their prayer in tongues. However, during one prayer, I heard heavenly singing, bringing peace and removing my fear. It felt as though God was gently calling me home.
Yet, challenges awaited. My family strongly opposed my newfound faith. After my father’s death, I refused to offer incense to his ancestral tablet, causing family tension and accusations of being unfilial. Still, my heart was firm—I knew Jesus was worth every struggle. Years later, at twenty, despite family opposition, I was baptized, fully committing my life to Jesus. Attending church always felt like returning home—each sermon strengthened my faith and guiding me.
Throughout these struggles, God’s Word comforted me, assuring me I had made the right decision. Jeremiah 29:13 became personal: “And you will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.” Indeed, seeking God sincerely had brought me profound peace. More than two decades have passed, and I still feel so very blessed that God brought me to His true church. I really thank God for such deep love and mercy.
Reflecting now, I realize God’s incredible patience and love. Just as Joel 2:13 encourages, “Return to the Lord your God, for He is gracious and merciful,” I experienced firsthand God’s mercy despite my initial rejection of Him. Returning to the Lord transformed my life, filled me with joy, and gave me purpose. Truly, as James 4:8 promises, “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.”
We warmly welcome you to our upcoming Spring 2025 Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation (ESSC). You can also join us for the Spring 2025 ESSC via online streaming.
Thursday, April 17, 2025 6:50PM to 8:10PM
Friday and Saturday, April 18-19, 2025 9:00AM to 8:10PM
Sunday, April 20, 2025 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Please find our church location below:
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