{"id":10710,"date":"2025-03-02T22:42:19","date_gmt":"2025-03-03T04:42:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/?page_id=10710"},"modified":"2025-03-02T22:44:21","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T04:44:21","slug":"2025-spring-essc-familybalance-2-ia-1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh_cn\/2025-spring-essc-familybalance-2-ia-1\/","title":{"rendered":"\u5bb6\u5ead\u5e73\u8861 \u7b2c\u4e8c\u8f6e 1"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"10710\" class=\"elementor elementor-10710\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7751236b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7751236b\" 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-228aef3b\" data-id=\"228aef3b\" 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-9624fc5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"9624fc5\" 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=\"\u7b80\u4f53\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_CN.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"12\" alt=\"zh_CN\" title=\"\u7b80\u4f53\u4e2d\u6587\"> \u7b80\u4f53\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=\"\u7b80\u4f53\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_CN.png\" width=\"18\" height=\"12\" alt=\"zh_CN\" title=\"\u7b80\u4f53\u4e2d\u6587\"> \u7b80\u4f53\u4e2d\u6587\t\t<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh_cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10710#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_cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10710#TRPLINKPROCESSED\" title=\"\u7e41\u9ad4\u4e2d\u6587\">\n            <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        <\/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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But really, the first step isn\u2019t just about speaking words\u2014it\u2019s about living a life that shows our love for God. As <em>Deuteronomy 6:5<\/em> reminds us, <em>\u201cLove the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and strength.\u201d<\/em> When we live this out, our actions speak louder than any sermon.<\/p><p>You know, kids naturally copy what they see. When we show genuine love for the Lord in everything we do, our children are likely to follow our example. It\u2019s not just about telling them what\u2019s right, it\u2019s about demonstrating it every day. By living a life of faith and sharing the blessings God gives us, we set a powerful example that our kids can learn from.<\/p><p><em>Deuteronomy 6:7<\/em> tells us to teach our children at home, when we walk, when we lie down, and when we get up. This means that every part of our day is a chance to share God\u2019s love. Sure, it might mean making some sacrifices\u2014like having one parent stay home despite a smaller income\u2014but nothing compares to the value of spending quality time guiding our kids. After all, the Bible makes it clear that a hireling doesn\u2019t care for the sheep like a true shepherd does; a nanny, however caring, can\u2019t replace a parent\u2019s love and wisdom.<\/p><p>One practical way to nurture our children\u2019s faith is by establishing a family service\u2014a dedicated time for Bible reading and prayer. Think about <em>2 Timothy 1:5<\/em>, where Paul thanks God for the genuine faith in Timothy, a faith first nurtured by his grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice. And in <em>2 Timothy 3:15<\/em>, Paul reminds us how early exposure to Scripture prepared Timothy for a life of faith. These verses show that a strong spiritual foundation starts at home, with everyday teaching and living out the faith.<\/p><p>By setting aside time each day for family worship, we help our children develop habits that keep them rooted in God. When they see the Bible as more than just an old book\u2014a true guide that lights their way, as in <em>Psalm 119:105, \u201cYour word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path\u201d<\/em>\u2014they learn to rely on God for guidance. And when they learn to pray, they discover that God is always ready to strengthen and move them in their lives.<\/p><p>In short, if you\u2019re worried that your children are drifting away, remember that the best remedy isn\u2019t just to pray from afar \u2013 it\u2019s to lead by example. Live out your faith daily, show genuine love for the Lord, and use every moment as an opportunity to share God\u2019s word. When you do that, you plant seeds of faith that will grow in your children\u2019s hearts, guiding them for years 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\/\">Doctrine<\/a> through bible study, sermons and fellowship with us. We warmly welcome you to our upcoming <strong>Spring Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation (ESSC)<\/strong>. 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><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>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>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-110303c9 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"110303c9\" 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-1982ff6\" data-id=\"1982ff6\" 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-6d6b068d elementor-button-success elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"6d6b068d\" 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-2\/\">\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>Faith in Action: Nurturing a Child\u2019s Spiritual Journey Sometimes it feels like our children aren\u2019t listening anymore, and we might think our only option is to pray for them. 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