{"id":10712,"date":"2025-03-02T22:44:10","date_gmt":"2025-03-03T04:44:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/?page_id=10712"},"modified":"2025-03-02T22:44:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T04:44:23","slug":"2025-spring-essc-familybalance-2-ia-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh_cn\/2025-spring-essc-familybalance-2-ia-3\/","title":{"rendered":"\u5bb6\u5ead\u5e73\u8861 \u7b2c\u4e8c\u8f6e 3"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"10712\" class=\"elementor elementor-10712\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7e3e0d20 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7e3e0d20\" 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-261c372e\" data-id=\"261c372e\" 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-5a8148c5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"5a8148c5\" 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\/10712#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\/10712#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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We\u2019re called to nurture them in faith from a very young age. As <em>Proverbs 22:6<\/em> says, <em>\u201cTrain up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.\u201d<\/em><\/p><p>When my kids were little, our family altar time was the heart of our evenings. Every night, before bedtime, we\u2019d come together for Bible stories and prayer. My husband and I would take turns sharing a passage or a story from the Bible, and our children would eagerly repeat the words, soaking in every lesson. Once they learned to read on their own, we moved on to reading whole chapters together, always ending with a joyful \u201cHallelujah!\u201d As they grew older, we each took turns leading the family altar, keeping alive the tradition I cherished from my own childhood.<\/p><p>One special twist we added was our \u201cHymn Sunday.\u201d On that night, instead of our usual Bible reading, each one of us picks a hymn and we sing it together. A visiting pastor suggested it, and it turned out to be a delightful change. Singing those hymns\u2014even when our attempts at four-part harmony turned into humorous misadventures\u2014helped us embrace God\u2019s word in a fresh, engaging way.<\/p><p>But the family altar isn\u2019t just about stories and songs. It\u2019s also our time to reflect on the week that has passed. We share our experiences, count our blessings, and thank God for His constant guidance. Sometimes we discuss our concerns, pray for friends or family, and even share personal struggles. This open conversation not only strengthens our bond as a family but also gives me, as a parent, a glimpse into my children\u2019s spiritual and emotional lives.<\/p><p>Let\u2019s be honest. Life can be overwhelmingly busy. With work, school, church, and all the other demands of modern life, setting aside time for the family altar can feel like a real challenge. There have been moments when I\u2019ve doubted whether our efforts are really making a difference. In those times, Paul\u2019s words in <em>1 Corinthians 3:6<\/em> come to mind: <em>\u201cI planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase.\u201d <\/em>It\u2019s a powerful reminder that while we do our part, the growth in our children\u2019s hearts is ultimately God\u2019s work.<\/p><p>Just as a seed takes time to sprout, our children\u2019s faith needs nurturing with patience and love. Parenting is full of ups and downs, and yes, I\u2019ve had moments of worry about whether I\u2019m doing enough. Yet I hold fast to the truth that God\u2019s grace is more than sufficient. The challenges we face are part of our journey, shaping our faith and deepening our relationship with Him.<\/p><p>In the end, our family altar is our sacred time to connect with God and each other\u2014a time to plant seeds of faith, encourage one another, and lean on God when life\u2019s storms hit. So, let\u2019s keep praying, reading, and singing together, trusting that in God\u2019s perfect time, He will bring the growth we so hope for.<\/p><p>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-2a9de8c4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2a9de8c4\" 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-c34ef32\" data-id=\"c34ef32\" 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-3ce21443 elementor-button-success elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"3ce21443\" 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>Planting Seeds of Faith Our children are truly a heritage from the Lord (Psalm 127:3), and that thought fills us with both joy and responsibility. 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