Dr. Tan Tek Seng

DAILY REFLECTION

“When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.”
Proverbs‬ ‭21‬:‭15‬ ‭

A nation that cherishes justice mirrors the wisdom of God; but when justice is scorned, chaos is unleashed. The Lord, who sees all, remembers every act of righteousness and does not forget those who walk in truth.

On February 13, 2017, Pastor Raymond Koh was forcibly taken - his car was surrounded by three black SUVs in broad daylight near Kuala Lumpur. For years, silence and shadows cloaked the truth. But on April 3, 2019, SUHAKAM declared that Koh was a victim of enforced disappearance, targeted by the Special Branch of the Malaysian police for his religious convictions. In 2020, his wife Susanna Koh courageously pursued legal action, demanding transparency and justice.

Now, on November 5, 2025, the High Court has ruled decisively: RM37 million in compensation must be paid to Pastor Koh’s family. This is more than a financial penalty - it is a public reckoning. The court’s decision exposes the “wrongful acts” committed and offers a measure of vindication to a family long denied answers.

For the righteous, this ruling is a beacon of hope. It affirms that God is not indifferent to injustice. He sees. He remembers. He rewards those who walk in truth. But for those who abuse power, conceal corruption, or prey upon the innocent - this is a warning. The light of truth will find them, and the weight of justice will not be denied.

Proverbs 21:15 reminds us that justice is both a moral and spiritual necessity. It upholds community, protects the vulnerable, and honors God. It calls believers to be people who pursue justice not for revenge, but to mirror the heart of a just and merciful God - bringing joy where there was oppression, and light where darkness once ruled.

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”