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DAILY REFLECTION
21 April 2026

“To the person who pleases him, God gives wisdom, knowledge and happiness, but to the sinner he gives the task of gathering and storing up wealth to hand it over to the one who pleases God. This too is meaningless, a chasing after the wind.” 

Ecclesiastes‬ ‭2‬:‭26‬ ‭

My life before Christ was marked by relentless striving. I pursued success, wealth, and recognition with all my strength, believing these would bring lasting fulfillment. Yet, despite achieving many of these goals, I was left with a deep sense of emptiness and frustration—an unexplainable void that nothing could fill.

Everything changed when I accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior. From that moment, God began to fill my life with wisdom, understanding, and a profound joy that goes beyond circumstances. It was no longer about what I could achieve, but about what I received through a relationship with Him. For the first time, the emptiness was replaced with true peace and purpose.

Today’s verse reveals that God gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy to those who please Him. These are not things we can earn through striving—they are gifts that flow from being rightly aligned with God. In contrast, those who live apart from Him may continue to labor and accumulate, yet never truly enjoy or find meaning in what they gain.

At first, pursuing success, pleasure, and material wealth may seem satisfying. But without God as the foundation, these pursuits eventually leave the soul empty. Ecclesiastes exposes this reality: human effort without God leads to a cycle of striving without fulfillment.

This truth challenges us to examine where we place our trust. Are we building our lives on what we can achieve, or on our relationship with God?

Ecclesiastes 2:26 reminds us that true fulfilment is not found in accumulation, but in alignment. When we walk with God, wisdom and joy naturally follow—bringing a depth of meaning that no worldly success can ever provide.

“Holding onto worldly, self-centered goals prevents experiencing the full joy offered by Christ.”

DAILY REFLECTION
20 April 2026

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” 

Proverbs‬ ‭9‬:‭10‬ ‭

Have you ever wondered why some people walk in peace while others are drown in chaos? Why some thrive with little, yet others crumble despite having much? Why some shine with wisdom while others stumble in foolishness? These questions point us to a deeper truth about what shapes a person’s life from the inside out.

Proverbs 9:10 gives us a clear starting point: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.”

This “fear” does not mean terror. It means reverence—a deep awe and respect for who God is. It is recognizing His holiness, authority, and love, and understanding our rightful place before Him.

When we live with this reverence, our hearts begin to realign. It confronts our natural tendencies toward pride, self-reliance, and control. Instead of living as if everything depends on us, we learn to walk in humility and dependence on God.

This is where true wisdom begins. Wisdom is not just knowledge or intelligence; it is a life shaped by knowing God personally. As we grow in reverence, we begin to see life from His perspective. This leads us to trust Him, obey His ways, and love others more deeply.

Wisdom, then, is not something we strive to achieve on our own. It flows from how we position our hearts before God. When we choose reverence over pride and dependence over self-sufficiency, we step into a different way of living—one marked by clarity, peace, and purpose.

Proverbs 9:10 is an invitation: anchor your life in God. From that foundation, you will build a life that is steady, meaningful, and truly wise.

“The remarkable thing about fearing God is that when you fear God you fear nothing else.” — Oswald Chambers

DAILY REFLECTION
16 April 2026

“leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.” 

Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭24‬ ‭

In my role as Founder of TNI, where faith and business intentionally intersect, my desire is to cultivate an environment where spiritual values genuinely shape the way we work and lead. At the heart of this is a simple but powerful conviction: love and unity are essential expressions of true worship, lived out daily in our attitudes, conversations, and relationships.

Jesus’ teaching in Gospel of Matthew 5:24 brings this truth into clear focus. He teaches that before offering our gift at the altar, we are to first be reconciled with our brother or sister. This reminds us that worship is not only vertical—between us and God—but also deeply horizontal—reflected in how we relate to one another.

In any organization, misunderstandings and unresolved tensions between leaders and team members can quietly erode trust, unity, and effectiveness. Left unattended, these fractures become barriers that no strategy or structure can overcome. Yet this is also where the beauty of kingdom living shines. Matthew 5:24 invites both leaders and teams to pause, reflect, and courageously pursue reconciliation. Leaders are called to lead with humility and honor, recognizing the dignity of every individual, while team members are encouraged to engage with honesty, extend grace, and embrace forgiveness.

When reconciliation takes place, something powerful happens—trust is rebuilt, collaboration becomes authentic, and the workplace is transformed into a space where people can flourish and give their best.

This calls us to gently examine our own hearts:
Are there relationships we have neglected to restore?
Are we drawing near to God while keeping distance from others?

Matthew 5:24 reminds us that our relationship with God is closely intertwined with how we treat people. Reconciliation is not a burden, but an invitation—an opportunity to reflect God’s heart and to build communities marked by peace, unity, and purpose, both in ministry and in the marketplace.

"No man gives anything acceptable to God until he has first given himself in love and sacrifice" 

DAILY REFLECTION
15 April 2026

“For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” 

Romans 12:4-5

We have just concluded a meaningful Family First Malaysia (FFM) 3D/2N retreat at the scenic Pangkor Laut Resort. Elderly couples, married for 35 to 55 years, courageously shared their journeys of building trust, overcoming challenges, and raising children and grandchildren. Their reflections carried a depth of wisdom forged through decades of commitment, forgiveness, and perseverance.

Through intentional conversations and mentoring moments, younger couples were given space to listen, learn, and reflect. We witnessed God’s grace in an amazing way, especially in the reconciliation of a younger couple—restoring hope, renewing love, and bringing healing. It was a powerful reminder that transformation is always possible when hearts are open to Him.

This retreat reinforced a vital truth for mentoring: marriage is not about sameness, but unity in diversity. Each spouse brings unique strengths, perspectives, and roles. Like members of one body, they differ in function yet share equal value. When couples learn to recognize, appreciate, and align these differences, they begin to function as a healthy and unified whole.

Key lessons learned from this retreat include:

• Helping them appreciate each other’s God-given design

• Encouraging honest and open communication

• Modeling forgiveness, perseverance, and grace

• Affirming the equal significance of every role within the family

When each person feels seen, valued, and supported, the family grows stronger and more resilient. Embracing God’s design for unity in diversity enables couples to navigate life’s challenges with love, wisdom, and a deep sense of belonging across generations.

Romans 12:4–5 reminds us that we belong to one another. Marriage is deeply interconnected—each spouse’s actions, attitudes, and growth affect the whole family. This calls for a lifestyle of humility, patience, and mutual support, building a home where love and unity can flourish.

"The goal of marriage is not to think alike, but to think together."

DAILY REFLECTION
14 April 2026

"In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents."  
Luke 15:10 

Yesterday morning, after breakfast at the beautiful Pangkor Laut Resort, I found a quiet moment in the library to reflect and read. There, I met Daniel Geraldini, an Australian who, like me, was searching for something meaningful amid the uncertainties of our time.

Our conversation quickly deepened as we shared about life’s challenges and anxieties. I told him about my own journey—how my life was transformed when I received Jesus as my Lord and Savior, and the hope and peace I found in Him. As we spoke, I could sense something stirring in Daniel’s heart. By the end of our conversation, he made the decision to give his life to Jesus, stepping into a new chapter filled with hope and assurance.

The joy of soul winning is not about numbers or achievements, but about the eternal value of one transformed life. Just as heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents, we too share in that joy. It reminds us that every effort to reach the lost is precious and significant.

This encourages us to keep sharing the gospel, even when the results seem small or slow. Each life turned to God matters deeply, and no effort is ever wasted. It fuels us to continue praying, witnessing, and inviting others into His kingdom.

Luke 15:10 reminds us that soul winning is more than a task—it is a partnership with God’s heart. As we seek the lost with love and hope, we take part in the joy of heaven itself.

“Soul-winning is the chief business of the Christian minister; it should be the main pursuit of every true believer" —Charles H. Spurgeon.

DAILY REFLECTION 

10 April 2026

“I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” 

Matthew 16:19

God’s hand has been unmistakably present throughout my journey, guiding me far beyond my own understanding and expectations. In 2015, I witnessed His miraculous leading at the World FGBMFI Convention in the USA. There, He orchestrated divine encounters that reconnected me with International President Richard Shakarian and leaders from around the world. This extraordinary reunion was not by chance, but a clear expression of God’s intentional direction. Through these restored relationships, a pathway was opened for FGB Malaysia to return to the international community—a long-awaited restoration marked by renewed strength, unity, and purpose.

In the light of Matthew 16:19, God’s guidance takes on even deeper meaning. He entrusts His people with spiritual authority that transcends human understanding. As ambassadors of His Kingdom, we are not merely representatives of Christ, but co-laborers with Him. We are called to bind what hinders unity—division, misunderstanding, and strife—and to loose what fosters reconciliation, peace, and love. When our hearts and actions align with God’s will, our work on earth reflects what has already been established in heaven.

This calling requires faithful stewardship of both truth and love. Spiritual authority must be exercised with humility, discernment, and grace—not out of human ambition, but in complete dependence on God’s wisdom and power. We bind what separates and loose what restores, always seeking to build up the body of Christ in unity and strength.

Matthew 16:19 reminds us that we are not powerless. In Christ, we are entrusted with real spiritual influence. Yet with this authority comes a sacred responsibility: to use it faithfully, not for personal gain, but to advance the purposes of God’s Kingdom and reveal His glory on earth.

“Your faith in God gives you a a hidden power that will allow you to make an enduring difference.”

DAILY REFLECTION  
9 April 2026

“For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor. No good thing does he withhold from those who walk uprightly.” 

Psalm‬ ‭84‬:‭11‬ ‭

I felt deeply privileged and honored to have the opportunity to meet and pray for the newly inaugurated Governor of Jakarta, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama (“Ahok”), in his office in December 2014. It was a meaningful moment—to stand alongside a fellow Christian entrusted with great responsibility, and to lift him up in prayer at the very beginning of his journey to serve the city and its people. That encounter impressed upon me the quiet but powerful role of faith and encouragement in leadership, and it remains a treasured milestone in my personal and spiritual walk.

At times, we may feel discouraged or disappointed in the ministries where we have invested our time, effort, and resources. Yet such moments can become invitations to pause and realign our hearts. They remind us that our true worth is not defined by human recognition, which is often limited and fleeting. People may not fully see our sacrifices or understand the sincerity of our devotion—but God does. He sees us completely. He knows the intentions of our hearts, the unseen battles we fight, and the love we continue to give even when it goes unnoticed.

In this, we are reassured that God is our provider, protector, and guide. As we walk closely with Him, we can trust that He will give what is best in His perfect timing—for His glory and for our good.

Psalm 84:11 anchors in God’s truth. He bestows favor and honor, and withholds no good thing from those who walk blamelessly before Him. Even when others fail to recognize us, His favor surrounds us like a shield, His honor lifts our heads, and His goodness fills every space left by disappointment.

“When God's favor is on your life, even setbacks lead to greater comebacks.”

DAILY REFLECTION
8 April 2026

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.”  
James‬ ‭1‬:‭2‬-‭3‬ ‭

In February 2014, I had the privilege of serving as Deputy Organising Chairman for the International Marriage Renewal Festival in Sanya, Hainan Island. I was entrusted with bringing 26 distinguished Christian business and political couples from across Asia to join 100 influential couples from mainland China and the US. Our shared vision was to strengthen marriages, restore family values, and build meaningful bridges across cultures.

However, what began as a hopeful and purposeful gathering soon took an unexpected turn. The presence of influential spiritual leaders—both local and international—drew close attention from the authorities. Before the festival could even begin, the convention venue was suddenly shut down. Everything we had carefully prepared was disrupted in an instant.

In that moment of confusion and disappointment, James 1:2–3 became very real to me: “Consider it pure joy… whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”

For many couples, the closure was painful and difficult to understand. Yet beneath the surface, God was at work. This trial was not meant to stop us—it was meant to strengthen us. Our faith was being tested, not to break us, but to refine us. What seemed like disruption was actually part of God’s divine process, building perseverance and deepening our trust in Him.

In an unexpected turn, the authorities eventually allowed us one hour to proceed with the ceremony. In that brief window, something far greater unfolded. Vows were exchanged, hearts were strengthened, and faith was deepened. What appeared to be a setback became a powerful moment of spiritual breakthrough.

This experience reminded me that every challenge carries purpose. Every setback can become a setup for growth. God uses trials to develop endurance, maturity, and unwavering faith in us.

James 1:2–3 calls us to trust God’s hand, even when His ways are beyond our understanding. When we embrace the purpose behind our trials, we can stand firm in any season—confident that God is shaping us into people of enduring and victorious faith.

You are not being destroyed—you are being developed.

DAILY REFLECTION
7 April 2026

“I know your works. Behold, I have set before you an open door, which no one is able to shut. I know that you have but little power, and yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.” 

Revelation‬ ‭3‬:‭8‬ ‭

After prayerfully and obediently stepping down from my key leadership roles in FGBMF Malaysia, I entered what felt like a season of loss and closure. Yet, what appeared to be an ending was, in God’s perfect design, the beginning of something far greater. In His timing, He began to open doors I could never have imagined or orchestrated on my own.

In 2013, in an unexpected way, God connected me with some of the most influential spiritual leaders of our time—such as C. Peter Wagner, Cindy Jacobs, Lance Wallnau, and Chuck Pierce—alongside key spiritual generals from China. These divine encounters unfolded aboard a cruise ship en route to Bermuda, an unusual setting that revealed God’s sovereign hand meticulously orchestrating every detail.

This journey powerfully illustrated the truth of Revelation 3:8: “See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut.” What I could not open through position, influence, or planning, God opened through obedience and surrender.

The "open door" here is more than just opportunity—it's a divine authorization. When God opens a door, it bears the seal of His authority, not human effort. Even when we feel weak or diminished, God’s plans are unhindered. Revelation 3:8 emphasises that God seeks faithfulness—those who keep His Word and remain steadfast in His name.

My experience taught me that surrender often leads to supernatural breakthroughs. When we release what we cling to, God entrusts us with what only He can give. Closed doors are not rejections but divine redirections. And when God opens a door, it comes accompanied by purpose, provision, and protection.

Our responsibility is not to strive or force opportunities but to discern and courageously walk through the doors He opens. These doors may not always look familiar or straightforward, yet they will always align with His perfect will and lead us into deeper growth.

Revelation 3:8 calls us to trust in God’s sovereignty. He sees our faithfulness in every season, even amidst transition, and responds by placing before us doors no one can shut—doors leading into His unfolding purposes, far beyond what we could ever imagine.

"When God opens a door, it doesn’t matter what others say, how impossible it looks, or how unqualified you may feel—the door will remain open."

DAILY REFLECTION
6 April 2026

"He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By his wounds you are healed."       1 Peter 2:24 

On 22 September 2012—the very day I stepped down from all my key positions at FGBMF Malaysia—my life took an unexpected and harrowing turn. I fell into a monsoon drain, suffering a deep cut on the sole of my right foot. What seemed like a simple injury soon escalated into gangrene, bringing me to the brink of losing my leg. I was hospitalized for 23 difficult days, with the first week marked by intense pain and relentless itchiness caused by the strong antibiotics fighting the infection.

Yet, in the midst of this trial, God was clearly at work. What appeared to be a season of suffering became an incredible opportunity for ministry, as I had the privilege to share the gospel with the nursing staff—six of whom came to faith in Christ. During those darkest moments, the words of 1 Peter 2:24 became a profound source of peace and strength, anchoring my heart in God’s unchanging truth.

On Good Friday, we remember how Jesus bore our sins in His body on the cross. His suffering was not in vain; it was the price paid for our redemption. “By His wounds you have been healed” reminds us that true healing begins with the restoration of our relationship with God.

But the story does not end at the cross. The purpose of His sacrifice is transformation—“that we might die to sin and live for righteousness.” This promise comes to life on Resurrection Sunday. Through His victory over death, Jesus opens the way for new life—not only physical recovery but spiritual renewal.

In my own journey, I have experienced this truth firsthand. Even amid suffering, His grace sustained me, His purpose unfolded, and His healing—both spiritual and physical—became real. Because He lives, we have hope, strength, and power to rise above every trial.

1 Peter 2:24 calls us to remember Christ’s sacrifice, embrace the freedom He provides, and live a transformed life marked by righteousness and gratitude. May this truth inspire you to trust Him fully, no matter what challenges you face.

“We live and die; Christ died and lived!”               —John Scott