Dr. Tan Tech Zinc

DAILY REFLECTION
8 May 2026

"You shall walk after the Lord your God and fear him and keep his commandments and obey his voice, and you shall serve him and hold fast to him." 

Deuteronomy 13:4

By the end of 2019, I experienced a remarkable breakthrough—freedom from every financial bondage—which marked the beginning of a new season in my life. With renewed faith and purpose, I stepped out to rebuild Tyrannus Online Seminary (TOS). The journey, however, was far from easy. There were many moments when discouragement nearly caused me to give up.

Then, in March 2020, during the government’s Movement Control Order (MCO), an unexpected door opened. As physical gatherings were restricted, TOS was given the opportunity to engage Bible teachers to conduct classes online, allowing theological education to continue reaching people in their homes.

Because the courses were offered free of charge, interest grew rapidly. Soon, more than 800 Chinese-speaking students and 500 English-speaking students enrolled, bringing total registrations to over 1,500. Nearly every day except Sundays, the late Prof. Dr. Paul and I labored tirelessly on the phone and computer, helping students gain access to lessons and ensuring the ministry continued smoothly.

After six months, exhaustion began to take its toll. Financial limitations made it increasingly difficult to sustain free theological education. Humanly speaking, the situation seemed impossible.

Looking back, this journey reflects the truth found in Deuteronomy 13:4, where God calls His people to walk after Him, obey His voice, serve Him, and hold fast to Him. Loving God is more than an emotional experience; it is a steadfast commitment that shapes every decision and direction in life. Obedience requires trusting that God’s ways are higher and better, even when circumstances appear uncertain.

To “hold fast” to God means remaining faithful during seasons of pressure, fatigue, and testing. It is choosing perseverance over surrender and truth over distraction.

Deuteronomy 13:4 reminds us that Faith is not merely intellectual belief; it is daily walking under God’s guidance. A true disciple seeks to follow God’s character, values, and purposes in every area of life, trusting that He remains faithful even when the journey becomes difficult.

“Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.”—Corrie ten Boom