In Christ Alone: Hope in Uncertain Times
Day 32 – 26 Mar (Thu)
“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many.” Hebrews 12:14–15
As an educator, I was grateful for the March holidays and took the opportunity to visit the Albatross File Exhibition and the Not Mere Spectators exhibition. Through these, I gained a deeper appreciation for the vision and conviction of our founding leaders in nation-building. I thank God that many of them were God-fearing men who did not take their responsibilities lightly, but sought to lay strong foundations built on sound values for the good of the people.
Our nation once faced existential challenges, having just gained independence and separated from Malaysia. Yet by God’s grace, we have come a long way and continue to enjoy peace and stability today.
However, we now live in a time of increasing uncertainty and lawlessness. In recent years, nations have turned to war and destruction to resolve conflicts, often disregarding international agreements and humanitarian principles meant to protect the innocent.
What, then, can we do as Christians?
Scripture reminds us to fear God and to pursue peace. As we enter Holy Week, let us guard our hearts against godlessness—a way of living that centres on the material world while neglecting God. Instead, let us come together with a shared purpose: to pray for the world, for those suffering amid conflict, and for ourselves, that we may remain in Christ’s love by living lives of holiness.
In Christ alone my hope is found,
My weary heart, Your peace surrounds;
When nights are long and strength is gone,
I rest my soul in Christ alone.
And so we are reminded: “Since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our ‘God is a consuming fire.’” Hebrews 12:28-29
Victor Ong🙏✝️
PCC Member