{"id":10539,"date":"2025-02-17T21:03:59","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T03:03:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/?page_id=10539"},"modified":"2025-02-17T21:33:46","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T03:33:46","slug":"2025-spring-essc-familybalance-1-ia-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh\/2025-spring-essc-familybalance-1-ia-3\/","title":{"rendered":"\u5bb6\u5ead\u5e73\u8861 \u7b2c\u4e00\u8f2a 3"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"10539\" class=\"elementor elementor-10539\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-111d60f4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"111d60f4\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2ee2cf73\" data-id=\"2ee2cf73\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41fb88cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"41fb88cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><div class=\"trp_language_switcher_shortcode\">\n<div class=\"trp-language-switcher trp-language-switcher-container\" data-no-translation >\n    <div class=\"trp-ls-shortcode-current-language\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"trp-ls-shortcode-disabled-language trp-ls-disabled-language\" title=\"\u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587\" onclick=\"event.preventDefault()\">\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"trp-flag-image\" src=\"\/wp-content\/plugins\/translatepress-multilingual\/assets\/images\/flags\/zh_TW.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"12\" alt=\"zh_TW\" title=\"\u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587\"> \u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587\t\t<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"trp-ls-shortcode-language\">\n                <a href=\"#\" class=\"trp-ls-shortcode-disabled-language trp-ls-disabled-language\"  title=\"\u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587\" onclick=\"event.preventDefault()\">\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"trp-flag-image\" src=\"\/wp-content\/plugins\/translatepress-multilingual\/assets\/images\/flags\/zh_TW.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"12\" alt=\"zh_TW\" title=\"\u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587\"> \u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587\t\t<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10539#TRPLINKPROCESSED\" title=\"English\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"trp-flag-image\" src=\"\/wp-content\/plugins\/translatepress-multilingual\/assets\/images\/flags\/en_US.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"12\" alt=\"en_US\" title=\"English\"> English        <\/a>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10539#TRPLINKPROCESSED\" title=\"\u7b80\u4f53\u4e2d\u6587\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"trp-flag-image\" src=\"\/wp-content\/plugins\/translatepress-multilingual\/assets\/images\/flags\/zh_CN.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"12\" alt=\"zh_CN\" title=\"\u7b80\u4f53\u4e2d\u6587\"> \u7b80\u4f53\u4e2d\u6587        <\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <script type=\"application\/javascript\">\n        \/\/ need to have the same with set from JS on both divs. Otherwise it can push stuff around in HTML\n        var trp_ls_shortcodes = document.querySelectorAll('.trp_language_switcher_shortcode .trp-language-switcher');\n        if ( trp_ls_shortcodes.length > 0) {\n            \/\/ get the last language switcher added\n            var trp_el = trp_ls_shortcodes[trp_ls_shortcodes.length - 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The story of Timothy, a young disciple in the New Testament, beautifully illustrates how faith is passed down through generations and strengthened by godly mentors. His life was shaped not only by his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice but also by the Apostle Paul, who took him under his wing as a spiritual son.<\/p><p><strong>Faith Begins at Home<\/strong><\/p><p>Timothy\u2019s journey of faith did not begin when he met Paul; it started in his own home. According to <em>2 Timothy 1:5<\/em>, his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice played a vital role in teaching him about God. Their sincere and unwavering belief in Jesus Christ was something Timothy witnessed firsthand. This shows us that faith is not just about personal conviction\u2014it\u2019s also about legacy.<\/p><p>Many of us can relate to the influence of a godly parent or grandparent. Whether it\u2019s through bedtime Bible stories, prayers at the dinner table, or simply watching how they live out their faith daily, children absorb spiritual truths long before they fully understand them. Timothy\u2019s story reminds us of <em>Proverbs 22:6: \u201cTrain up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0His faith was not just taught; it was modeled.<\/p><p><strong>The Role of a Spiritual Mentor<\/strong><\/p><p>While Timothy had a strong foundation at home, Paul played a crucial role in his growth. <em>Acts 16:1-3<\/em>\u00a0tell us that Paul met Timothy in Lystra and saw his potential. Timothy was already well respected among believers, a testament to the upbringing he had received. Paul recognized something special in him and chose to mentor him, guiding him in the ministry and preparing him for the challenges ahead.<\/p><p>Paul\u2019s mentorship was not casual, it was intentional. In <em>2 Timothy 3:14-15<\/em>, Paul reminds Timothy to hold on to the truths he had learned, urging him to remain steadfast in Scripture. He knew Timothy would face false teaching and hardships, and as a mentor, Paul provided the wisdom and encouragement needed to stay the course.<\/p><p>This kind of mentorship is just as important today. We all need people in our lives who challenge us, guide us, and encourage us in our faith. Whether it\u2019s a pastor, a youth leader, or a trusted friend, having a spiritual mentor helps us navigate life\u2019s difficulties while staying grounded in biblical truth.<\/p><p><strong>Passing the Torch of Faith<\/strong><\/p><p>Timothy\u2019s story is a powerful reminder that faith is meant to be shared. His grandmother and mother invested in his spiritual life, and Paul continued that work by mentoring him. Because of their faithfulness, Timothy became a strong leader in early church.<\/p><p>This challenges us to ask: Who are we influencing in our faith journey? Are we actively teaching and encouraging the next generation? Are we seeking out godly mentors to help us grow?<\/p><p>Faith is not just a personal experience, it\u2019s a legacy. By nurturing it in our families and investing in others, we ensure that the message of Christ continues for generations to come.<\/p><p>Let us build our families on the Word of God, making our homes a place where faith thrives and Christ\u2019s love reigns. Come and learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tjc-chicago.org\/about\/basic-beliefs\/\"><u>Doctrine<\/u><\/a>\u00a0through bible study, sermons and fellowship. We warmly welcome you to our upcoming Spring Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation (ESSC). You can also join us for the <a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/service\/live-sabbath-service\/\"><u>Spring 2025 ESSC via online streaming<\/u><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><p>Thursday, April 17, 2025 6:50PM to 8:10PM<br \/>Friday and Saturday, April 18-19, 2025 9:00AM to 8:10PM<br \/>Sunday, April 20, 2025 9:00AM to 1:00PM<\/p><p>Please find our church location below:<\/p><p><strong>4N550 Church Road<br \/>Bensenville,\u00a0IL\u00a060106<br \/><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/True+Jesus+Church+Chicago\/@41.945266,-87.9536702,18.39z\/data=!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x880fb39f5fbd433d:0x72d82c41e185bf3e!2s4+S+Church+Rd,+Bensenville,+IL+60106!3b1!8m2!3d41.9448745!4d-87.9534209!3m5!1s0x880fb3a1e4e2dd49:0xd44299b704de1192!8m2!3d41.9453743!4d-87.9533863!16s%2Fg%2F1tdn02z1?hl=en\"><strong>Google Maps<\/strong><\/a><\/p><p>In the meantime, please feel free to join us for our regular Sabbath (Friday evening and Saturday)\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/service\/live-sabbath-service\/\">services online<\/a>\u00a0or in-person.<\/p><p>Friday Evening Service:\u00a0 7:50PM \u2013 9:00PM<\/p><p>Saturday Morning Service:\u00a0 10:50AM \u2013 12:00Noon<\/p><p>Saturday Afternoon Service:\u00a0 1:30PM \u2013 2:40PM<\/p><p>Email us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org\">ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-217ba4ed elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"217ba4ed\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-377550aa\" data-id=\"377550aa\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43989163 elementor-button-success elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"43989163\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2025-spring-essc-familybalance-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Back to Landing Page<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Importance of Faith in Family and the Mentorship of Paul to Timothy When we think about faith, we often picture a journey\u2014one that begins at home and is nurtured by the people around us. 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