Dr. Tan Tek Seng

DAILY REFLECTION

“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 ‭

Every trial becomes a sacred opportunity for God to shape, strengthen, and prepare His people for His eternal glory.

Pastor Wang Yi, the founding pastor of Early Rain Covenant Church in Chengdu, China, exemplifies unwavering faith in the face of adversity. Once a respected legal scholar and human rights lawyer, he felt a divine calling to full-time ministry. Despite knowing the risks, he dedicated his life to serving God and his church, boldly advocating for religious freedom. His commitment led to arrest, imprisonment, and hardship but his faith remained unshaken. His powerful “Declaration of Faithful Disobedience”, written before his arrest, stands as a testament to his steadfast devotion and willingness to suffer for his beliefs. 

1 Peter 5:10 assures us that suffering is a divine process through which God Himself restores, strengthens, and establishes His people. In His hands, pain becomes a pathway to purpose, and trials become the training ground for triumph.

“He who conquers himself is the mightiest warrior."