It can be difficult to find balance between our personal and working lives. What does balance in life mean? And why is it so important? Balance is simply the act of giving equal attention to all the different aspects of our life. This includes our work, our relationships, and our personal time. When we are balanced, we are able to enjoy all the different parts of our life without feeling overwhelmed.
We often feel like we are constantly being pulled in different directions, and it can be hard to find time for the things that are important to us. But it is important to remember that balance is possible, and that it is essential for our well-being. When we are balanced, we can live our lives to the fullest. We can enjoy our work, our relationships, and our personal time. We are also able to take care of ourselves, both physically and mentally. A balanced life should also include spiritual growth that equips us to deal with tough situations and times in our life.
There are many things that we can do to find balance in our lives. The first step to finding balance is to set priorities. What is most important to us? What do we need to do to be happy and successful? What must we do to please God? Once we know our priorities, we can start to make decisions about how to allocate our time and energy. Matthew 6:33 states: “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Since God is the creator of all things, He will provide us all our needs.
The second way to find balance is to set boundaries. This means saying no to things that we do not have time for, or that we do not want to do. It is also important to set boundaries with our work. Proverbs 22:3 says that “the prudent see danger and take refuge.” Sometimes physically removing ourself from a situation will help maintain boundaries.
The third way to find balance is to spend time with our loved ones. Make sure to spend time with the people we love. This is important for our mental and emotional well-being. Ephesians 4:2 says: “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” So let us make time for our family and friends.
Finally, it is important to find a support system. This means having people in our lives who we can rely on for support, such as our family, friends, or a professional. A support system can help us to cope with stress, and it can also help us to stay on track when we are trying to achieve our goals. As 1Thessalonians 5:14 says: “And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone.” Spiritual friends can be our great helpers when we are in an emotional crisis.
Finding balance in our lives is not always easy. If you can’t find ways to achieve your overall life balance, you can rely on the wisdom from above to guide you. Proverbs 3:6 says: “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” This verse tells us that when we acknowledge God in all that we do, he will direct our paths and help us to find balance in our lives. When we seek God’s guidance, he will help us to make wise decisions and to live a life that is pleasing to him.
We cordially invite you to come to the True Jesus Church’s bi-annual Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation. Please see details below. Come and listen to the good news of “The Kingdom of Heaven has Come” and learn God’s teachings related to overall life balance. We hope to see you soon!
27-30 April, 2023 Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation
Thursday, 27 April, 2023 6:50PM to 8:10PM
Friday and Saturday, 28-29 April, 2023 9:00AM to 8:10PM
Sunday, 30 April, 2023 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Complimentary lunch and dinner will be served.
Please find our church location below:
4N550 Church Road
Bensenville, IL 60106
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Email us at ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org
- Work Addiction: Don’t let work consume you. God has a better plan for you. Seek His kingdom first and He will provide!
- Establishing Our Work-life And Service to God: Work for God, not for yourself. He will guide you and bless you!
- A Father’s Thoughts on Christian Parenting: Learn from Jesus and have a lowly heart. He will give you rest and joy. You are loved!
God Brought Me to the True Jesus Church
Victor first heard of the True Jesus Church while in the army, during Bible study with others in the barracks. The Holy Spirit was what convinced him to join the church. Since then, the weekday Bible studies and the fellowship make him feel that he is part of a family and have helped him to continue to grow in his journey as a Christian.
Finding Home
When James was just about to enter college, his mother was diagnosed with cancer. He shares the story of how he was able to walk through the darkest time in his life and how he came to find home once again.