Dr. Tan Tek Seng

DAILY REFLECTION

“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”
1 Peter‬ ‭2‬:‭9‬ ‭

Christians are chosen not for their merit but by God's grace. They are welcomed into a new spiritual family with a divine purpose.

Ps Dr Philip Lyn, the founding pastor of Skyline SIB Church in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, exemplifies this calling in a remarkable way. As both a medical doctor and a senior pastor leading a congregation of around 800 members, he embodies the biblical concept of the royal priesthood, demonstrating that serving God extends beyond the walls of a church. His life is a testament to holistic faith, seamlessly integrating his professional expertise with his spiritual mission. Through his medical practice, he offers physical healing, while his pastoral ministry nurtures spiritual growth, revealing a powerful synergy between faith and vocation. His bivocational journey is a compelling reminder that believers are called to reflect God’s light in every aspect of life lighting up the world with His presence.

1 Peter 2:9 beautifully encapsulates this truth: as God’s chosen people, believers are set apart to be His royal priests. They are entrusted with a divine mission - to proclaim His truth, extend His grace, and bring others out of darkness into His marvelous light. It is a calling of purpose, privilege, and responsibility, urging every Christian to live in a way that shines His love and power into the world.

“A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.”