Dr. Tan Tek Seng

Daily Devotional
November 3, 2025

"They will die in the blink of an eye, and the people will tremble and die in the middle of the night. Those who are capable will be eliminated, not by human hands."
Job 34:20

We run along the path of life—rushing to meet deadlines, juggling family responsibilities, and chasing fleeting pleasures—but rarely stop to reflect on the fragile thread that holds everything together.

Iris Hsieh Yu-hsin, affectionately known as the "Nurse Goddess" by netizens, passed away at the young age of 31, at the most radiant moment of her life. On October 30th, she suffered a sudden heart attack and died while filming in Malaysia. The news shocked and saddened her family, friends, and countless fans. Just days before, she had shared a radiant photo on Instagram, brimming with health and joy—now that photo serves as a heartbreaking reminder: life is fleeting, and the world is unpredictable.

Her agent, Chris, described the sudden turn of events as leaving no time to react—life was cruelly taken away. The investigation continues, and the world mourns this young woman who touched others with her beauty, kindness, and warmth.

Her departure serves as a stark reminder: cherish every moment and live a meaningful life with love. Because in this unpredictable dance of life, tomorrow is never certain.

Job 34:20 calls us back to humility and reverence. It reveals the fragility of human life and exposes the folly of pride. Power, status, and influence may win people's admiration, but before the Lord who gives life, all seem as light as a feather. Let us choose to revere God in our limited lives, and sincerely love, live, and give thanks.

Life is fragile, yet eternally real .