{"id":7763,"date":"2024-03-12T22:07:20","date_gmt":"2024-03-13T03:07:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/?page_id=7763"},"modified":"2024-05-15T18:38:00","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T23:38:00","slug":"2024-spring-essc-familybalance-1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/zh_cn\/2024-spring-essc-familybalance-1\/","title":{"rendered":"\u4e0e\u6211\u4eec\u4e00\u8d77\u5e73\u8861\u5bb6\u5ead\u751f\u6d3b (7)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"7763\" class=\"elementor elementor-7763\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1ff9da3b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1ff9da3b\" 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-4e11a6a2\" data-id=\"4e11a6a2\" 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-1cb9245 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"1cb9245\" 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\/7763#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\/7763#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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Yes, the same guy who went from being a cupbearer to the king to taking on the hefty role of governor and overseeing the rebuilding of Jerusalem&#8217;s walls. But let me level with you; despite the acclaim for leadership and resolve, I was navigating the waters just like anyone else, trying to balance the immense responsibilities of governing with maintaining a family life. No easy task, I assure you.<\/p><p>The unwavering commitment to my mission inevitably impacted on my personal life. Scripture may not delve deep into my family affairs, but it&#8217;s a fair assumption that my absence, missing crucial family moments, and perhaps even straining relationships came with the territory. Think about my wife and children watching as their husband and father consistently placed the city&#8217;s needs above his own family. It&#8217;s a heart-wrenching thought.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>My experiences resonate deeply with many leaders today, who find themselves at the crossroads of professional demands and family commitments. My circumstances might have been unique, but the challenge of striking a balance between work and home life remains as pertinent as ever. Whether it was entrusting my brother Hanani with the city&#8217;s gates or confronting my fears amid threats, my faith in God was my cornerstone, helping me navigate through the toughest times. This vulnerability showed that beneath the tough exterior, the emotional toll was substantial.<\/p><p>Finding equilibrium is a delicate art, but here&#8217;s what my journey taught me:<\/p><ol><li><b>Prioritizing Wisely<\/b>: My strategic approach to rebuilding the walls and delegating tasks was about smart time management and resource allocation. It&#8217;s vital for today&#8217;s leaders to master the art of prioritizing to excel both in their professional and personal lives<i>. &#8220;But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well&#8221; (Matthew 6:33)<\/i>.<\/li><li><b>Maintaining Open Communication<\/b>: Keeping the lines of communication open with your family, sharing the burdens and seeking their understanding and support, can significantly ease the journey<i>. &#8220;Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing&#8221; (1 Thessalonians 5:11)<\/i>.<\/li><li><b>Facing Challenges with Integrity<\/b>: Confronting opposition with resilience, without compromising my values or the well-being of my people, was critical. It underscores the importance of facing adversities with faith and integrity. <em>&#8220;Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go&#8221;<\/em> (Joshua 1:9).<\/li><li><b>Relying on a Support Network<\/b>: Surrounding myself with individuals who understood the struggles and could offer support made the burdens lighter and the journey more bearable<i>. &#8220;Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor&#8221; (Ecclesiastes 4:9)<\/i>.<\/li><\/ol><p>While my story doesn&#8217;t conclude with an idyllic family scenario, it serves as a vital lesson for contemporary leaders on the true cost of leadership. It&#8217;s about acknowledging those sacrifices and striving to forge a better path for our families.<\/p><p>Ultimately, leadership transcends the mere construction of physical barriers; it&#8217;s about establishing solid foundations in every aspect of life, particularly within our families. By pursuing balance and cultivating a strong support network, we can achieve genuine success, not only in our public endeavors but also in the most crucial roles we play \u2013 as partners, parents, and family members.<\/p><p>We warmly invite you to come to the True Jesus Church\u2019s bi-annual Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation.\u00a0 See details below.<\/p><p>18-21 April, 2024 Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation<\/p><p>Thursday, 18 April, 2024 6:50PM to 8:10PM<br \/>Friday and Saturday, 19-20 April, 2024 9:00AM to 8:10PM<br \/>Sunday, 21 April, 2024 9:00AM to 1:00PM<br \/>Complimentary lunch and dinner will be served.<\/p><p>Please find our church location below:<\/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<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section 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Life<\/b><\/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<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6339bb33\" data-id=\"6339bb33\" 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-7a4726f7 elementor-button-info elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"7a4726f7\" 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\/physical-wellness\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span 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elementor-align-center elementor-button-info elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"30e36561\" 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\/college-and-career\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-id-badge\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><b>College &amp; Career<\/b><\/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<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element 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elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/truth-about-god\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-eye\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\"><b>Truth about God<\/b><\/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<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-70dab6c\" data-id=\"70dab6c\" 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-773121a7 elementor-align-center elementor-button-info elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"773121a7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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data-id=\"56f16c60\" 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-24b7a104 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"24b7a104\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2024s_fb_7_ia_content_1\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"754\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_1_EN-1024x804.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-7766\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_1_EN-1024x804.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_1_EN-300x236.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_1_EN-768x603.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_1_EN-15x12.jpg 15w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_1_EN.jpg 1164w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d43cad5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d43cad5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This essay explores the challenge of achieving a harmonious balance between work and family in the modern world, drawing on the biblical examples of Nehemiah&#8217;s wise prioritization and Joseph&#8217;s emphasis on open communication to offer insights into managing these spheres effectively. By applying the principles of prioritizing wisely and maintaining open dialogue, as demonstrated by these figures, individuals can navigate the complexities of contemporary life, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling family life.<\/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<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6679de9f\" data-id=\"6679de9f\" 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-388802d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"388802d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2024s_fb_7_ia_content_2\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"642\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_2_EN.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-7768\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_2_EN.jpg 860w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_2_EN-300x224.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_2_EN-768x573.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_2_EN-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5120992f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5120992f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The essay explores the significance of integrating biblical principles, specifically the resilience and integrity of Joshua and the communal support highlighted in Ecclesiastes, to navigate the complexities of modern family life. It emphasizes that facing challenges with unwavering integrity and relying on a supportive network are essential strategies for achieving a harmonious balance between family responsibilities and external pressures.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/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<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7670c11\" data-id=\"7670c11\" 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-3b7ea4fa elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3b7ea4fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tjc-chicago.org\/2024s_fb_7_ia_content_3\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"516\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_3_EN.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-7769\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_3_EN.jpg 924w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_3_EN-300x168.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_3_EN-768x429.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/2024S_FB_7_IA_Content_3_EN-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 924px) 100vw, 924px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49811f8b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"49811f8b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This narrative gives Nehemiah\u2019s point of view that he was entrusted by God to rebuild Jerusalem&#8217;s walls, realizes the importance of rebuilding trust within his own family, mirroring the collaborative effort that fortified the city. He emphasizes that strong families, like strong walls, require open communication, respect, and trust in God and each other.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/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>Hey there, it&#8217;s Nehemiah. Yes, the same guy who went from being a cupbearer to the king to taking on the hefty role of governor and overseeing the rebuilding of Jerusalem&#8217;s walls. 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