Dr. Tan Tek Seng

DAILY REFLECTION

16 Jan 2026

“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast".
1 Peter 5:10

Marriage is a sacred journey—a covenant designed by God to reflect His faithful and redemptive love. Along the way, there are seasons filled with joy, laughter, and deep companionship. Yet there are also seasons of testing: misunderstandings that linger, words spoken in weakness that wound deeply, and moments when trust feels fragile and hope seems distant.

Still, Scripture reminds us that suffering is never the final chapter. 1 Peter 5:10 assures us that while suffering may endure for a season, God’s grace is eternal and purposeful. Grace is not merely God’s unearned favor; it is His active power at work within us. It is the healing balm that restores wounded hearts, the gentle hand that rebuilds trust, and the divine strength that deepens love beyond human effort.

When grace is welcomed into a marriage, it creates space for forgiveness—even when the pain feels heavy and unresolved. It nurtures patience, allowing growth rather than resentment. It brings renewal, breathing life into weary hearts and transforming hardship into holy ground where love matures and endures.

If you are walking through a difficult season in your marriage today, take heart. God is not distant or indifferent—He is intimately at work. He is restoring what feels broken, strengthening what feels weak, and establishing your union on a firmer foundation than before. Ask Him to fill your heart with His grace, so that you may extend that same kindness and mercy to your spouse.

1 Peter 5:10 teaches that suffering is purposeful, restoration is divine, and the end result is spiritual strength. What the enemy intends to weaken us, God uses to establish us more firmly in Christ. He is the unshakable anchor of your marriage through every storm.

"A happy marriage is the union of two good forgivers."