{"id":11222,"date":"2025-03-28T23:06:49","date_gmt":"2025-03-29T04:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/?page_id=11222"},"modified":"2025-03-28T23:08:27","modified_gmt":"2025-03-29T04:08:27","slug":"2025-spring-essc-lifebalance-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh\/2025-spring-essc-lifebalance-3\/","title":{"rendered":"\u4e0e\u6211\u4eec\u4e00\u8d77\u5e73\u8861\u751f\u6d3b (15)"},"content":{"rendered":"<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 loading=\"lazy\" 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 loading=\"lazy\" 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\/11222#TRPLINKPROCESSED\" title=\"English\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" 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\/11222#TRPLINKPROCESSED\" title=\"\u7b80\u4f53\u4e2d\u6587\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" 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 - 1];\n\n            var trp_shortcode_language_item = trp_el.querySelector( '.trp-ls-shortcode-language' )\n            \/\/ set width\n            var trp_ls_shortcode_width                                               = trp_shortcode_language_item.offsetWidth + 16;\n            trp_shortcode_language_item.style.width                                  = trp_ls_shortcode_width + 'px';\n            trp_el.querySelector( '.trp-ls-shortcode-current-language' ).style.width = trp_ls_shortcode_width + 'px';\n\n            \/\/ We're putting this on display: none after we have its width.\n            trp_shortcode_language_item.style.display = 'none';\n        }\n    <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2025S_LifeBalance_3_EN.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rediscovering True Freedom and Joy in Christ<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Have you ever felt life pulling you in too many directions at once? You&#8217;re juggling responsibilities, chasing dreams, trying to pay the bills\u2014and somewhere in the rush, maybe you&#8217;ve lost sight of what truly matters. If this sounds familiar, I want to invite you to pause and reflect: Is it time to return to the Lord?<\/p>\n<p>God gives us a clear invitation in <em>Zechariah 1:3: &#8220;Return to Me, says the Lord of hosts, and I will return to you.&#8221;<\/em> Isn&#8217;t that comforting? No matter how far we\u2019ve wandered, God is always waiting with open arms. He knows we get distracted, chasing things like money, success, or temporary comforts, forgetting that these things can&#8217;t satisfy us deeply or eternally.<\/p>\n<p>Jesus simplifies it beautifully in <em>Matthew 6:33: &#8220;Seek first God&#8217;s kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.&#8221;<\/em> It&#8217;s tempting to prioritize overtime at work over rest or worship, to think that material comfort is the key to happiness. But real peace and lasting joy come only when we put spiritual priorities first. God promises to care for our daily needs when our hearts seek Him sincerely.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe you&#8217;re thinking, &#8220;I want freedom to enjoy life my way.&#8221; But true freedom isn\u2019t found in simply doing what feels good or chasing every desire. <em>Romans 6:16<\/em> reminds us: <em>&#8220;Do you not know that to whom you present yourselves slaves to obey, you are that one&#8217;s slaves whom you obey?&#8221;<\/em> Real freedom means breaking free from habits, addictions, and idols that control us. True freedom is found in following Christ, who sets boundaries designed to protect and bless us.<\/p>\n<p>And how do we experience this freedom? Jesus Himself gives us the answer in <em>John 8:31-32: &#8220;If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.&#8221;<\/em> Genuine freedom starts with believing and living out the gospel every day, not just on Sabbaths\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 . It&#8217;s about being transformed by Jesus, letting Him guide our choices and shape our lives.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe you&#8217;ve experienced moments when your faith felt alive and strong. But now, distractions, worries, or disappointments have dimmed that flame. You&#8217;re not alone. Just like the Israelites who quickly turned to idols after leaving Egypt, we too can easily stray from God\u2019s path. Yet God, in His mercy, always calls us back. <em>Psalm 1:2<\/em> encourages us to find joy again: <em>&#8220;But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law, he meditates day and night.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Our upcoming <strong>Spring Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation (ESSC)<\/strong> is the perfect opportunity to pause, refocus, and reconnect with God. It&#8217;s a chance to experience His grace anew, to lay down burdens, and find fresh strength and purpose. Whether you&#8217;re feeling distant, tired, confused, or simply seeking deeper meaning, let&#8217;s return together to Him who truly satisfies. Come rediscover the joy and freedom found only in Christ. Because when we return to the Lord, we find He was waiting for us all along\u2014ready to welcome us home with love, grace, and a life that truly matters.<\/p>\n<p>We warmly welcome you to our upcoming Spring 2025 Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation. You can also join us for the <a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/service\/live-sabbath-service\/\">Spring 2025 ESSC via online streaming<\/a>.<\/p>\n<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>\n<p>Please find our church location below:<\/p>\n<p><strong>True Jesus Church<br \/>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>\u00a0Google Maps<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<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>\n<p>Friday Evening Service:\u00a0 7:50PM \u2013 9:00PM<\/p>\n<p>Saturday Morning Service:\u00a0 10:50AM \u2013 12:00Noon<\/p>\n<p>Saturday Afternoon Service:\u00a0 1:30PM \u2013 2:40PM<\/p>\n<p>Email us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org\">ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2025-spring-essc-lifebalance-1\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<b>Find Overall Life Balance with Us (13) <\/b><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2025-spring-essc-lifebalance-1\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance13-EN-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance13-EN-1024x576.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance13-EN-300x169.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance13-EN-768x432.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance13-EN-18x10.jpg 18w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance13-EN.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2025-spring-essc-lifebalance-2\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<b>Find Overall Life Balance with Us (14) <\/b><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2025-spring-essc-lifebalance-2\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance14-EN-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance14-EN-1024x576.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance14-EN-300x169.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance14-EN-768x432.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance14-EN-18x10.jpg 18w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lifeBalance14-EN.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a role=\"button\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<b> More to come<\/b><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/overarching-message-on-your-needs-in-life\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<b>Your Needs in Life<\/b><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/physical-wellness\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<b>Physical Wellness<\/b><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/peace-and-love\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<b>Peace &#038; 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True fulfillment comes by prioritizing God&#8217;s kingdom, as demonstrated through Moses&#8217; experience and ultimately fulfilled by Jesus Christ\u2019s sacrifice.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2025-spring-essc-lifebalance-3-ia-2\/\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2025S_LifeBalance_3_IA_2_EN-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2025S_LifeBalance_3_IA_2_EN-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2025S_LifeBalance_3_IA_2_EN-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2025S_LifeBalance_3_IA_2_EN-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2025S_LifeBalance_3_IA_2_EN-18x12.jpg 18w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2025S_LifeBalance_3_IA_2_EN.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>True freedom isn&#8217;t found in endless choices or living without boundaries, but through a transformed life in Christ. 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