Tek SengDr. Tan

DAILY REFLECTION

“Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children.”

Proverbs 17:6

Longevity is not simply the fruit of discipline or good habits; it is the gracious gift of God. To live beyond 100 is to stand as a living testimony of His sustaining grace. Every day is a reminder that our times are in His hands, and every year a witness to His unfailing mercy and purpose.

Madam Lin Geok I, blessed to reach the remarkable age of 105, is among Singapore’s oldest seniors. Though she has embraced healthy living and a positive spirit, her extraordinary years are ultimately the Lord’s doing. Her life is a parable of grace: a family strengthened by her wisdom, shaped by her sacrifices, and inspired by her quiet resilience.

Scripture teaches that the true honour of the elderly is not found in accolades but in the legacy reflected in their descendants. Every smile, every story, every prayer, every quiet sacrifice has become part of a living heritage. Madam Lin’s journey bridges eras, from the struggles of early Singapore to the flourishing nation it is today. And her God-given wisdom shines as a guiding light for those who follow.

For her children and grandchildren, she is more than a matriarch; she is a source of strength, identity, and pride. The values she lived: perseverance, humility, kindness, and faith are imprinted into the generations that carry her name. In them, she beholds her “crown,” the visible fruit of a life well-lived and a soul anchored in God’s grace.

May her remaining days be filled with joy and dignity. And may her story remind us all that longevity is a sacred gift from God — one to be cherished, honoured, and celebrated as we uplift our elders and give thanks for His sustaining mercy.

Proverbs 17:6 beautifully illustrates God’s purpose for families — to uphold and pass along a legacy of faithfulness that honors His goodness through the generations. Longevity is a gracious gift from God, allowing families to celebrate one another and cultivate deep roots of love and faith that stand the test of time.

“The quality, not the longevity, of one's life is what is important. “ —Martin Luther King, Jr.