{"id":6645,"date":"2023-08-27T16:41:23","date_gmt":"2023-08-27T21:41:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/?page_id=6645"},"modified":"2024-10-14T20:35:55","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T01:35:55","slug":"2023-fall-essc-familybalance-2-ia-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh\/2023-fall-essc-familybalance-2-ia-3\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong> \u795e\u5728\u7f6a\u60e1\u6642\u523b\u7684\u6190\u61ab<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"6645\" class=\"elementor elementor-6645\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2843c0d1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2843c0d1\" 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-450296e7\" data-id=\"450296e7\" 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-6df7c309 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"6df7c309\" 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\/6645#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\/6645#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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However, as beautifully highlighted by the words of the apostle Paul in Galatians 5:19, sin also has tangible, physical ramifications that impact the individual and those in their surroundings. Family life is not exempt from these consequences.<\/p><p>Societies and families can be likened to the metaphorical &#8216;lump&#8217; mentioned in Galatians 5:9, where a tiny amount of leaven alters the entire dough. Similarly, sin disrupts the equilibrium of the family unit, inciting strains in communication, misapprehensions, and isolation, as illustrated in the poignant narrative of a young man&#8217;s struggle with addiction and depression. Family balance is thus disrupted by sin&#8217;s pervasive influence, leading to a painful erosion of relationships and mutual understanding.<\/p><p>Yet, there is hope. As God&#8217;s grace offers redemption and renewal to the individual soul (Romans 5:20), it can also serve as a restorative force within the family unit, realigning it towards unity, forgiveness, and understanding. As the individual seeks God&#8217;s mercy and allows His love to transform them, family balance can be regained.<\/p><p>In the face of sin, open dialogues guided by God&#8217;s wisdom and compassion can restore harmony, as promised in Proverbs 15:1: &#8220;A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.&#8221; When family members, rooted in God&#8217;s grace, strive for empathy and supportive communication, they can navigate through the turmoil of sin towards balance and unity. After all, families are God&#8217;s chosen instrument to manifest His love and mercy.<\/p><p>For parents, the focus should be on bringing the family closer to God through shared worship (Col 1:9\u201314). In dealing with our own spiritual health, it is important to fill our hearts with God\u2019s word, pray consistently, and find a spiritual companion. The willingness to admit our sins and seek support, despite our pride, can lead to deeper spiritual bonds (Eccl 4:9\u201312). Thank God for his grace in saving us from sin, as he rejoices in each one who returns to his fold (Mt 18:12\u201314). If you&#8217;re caught in sin, remember it&#8217;s never too late to confess and change. Humility, openness, and God&#8217;s love can guide us back on the spiritual path.<\/p><p>I invite you to join us on this journey of faith and for the enrichment of your life by taking the first step in attending our service at our church located as follows:<\/p><p><b>4N550 Church Road<br \/><\/b><b>Bensenville,\u00a0<abbr title=\"Illinois\">IL<\/abbr>\u00a060106<br \/><\/b><i aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>\u00a0Google Maps<\/b><\/a><\/p><p>For online streaming, please\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/service\/live-sabbath-service\/\">click here<\/a>.<\/p><p>For regular service hours, please\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/\">click here<\/a>.<b><\/b><\/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<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the Bible, sin is often regarded as a personal transgression, a rupture in our relationship with God, that carries a profound spiritual burden. 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