Grandpa's Grateful Steps: Facing Life with Ageless Spirit

Medan Johor, Medan City—(15/02/25) God writes each person's sustenance with invisible ink, sometimes on the most unexpected pages— like an ordinary encounter at a routine gas station visit on an ordinary day. As if orchestrated by the Divine, Jesica Thamrin and her team, who had originally come just to refuel, found themselves stepping into a profoundly meaningful moment of sharing.

In the corner of that gas station, a 90-year-old grandfather with a walking aid was selling salted eggs. Every wrinkle on his face told stories of a long life journey that still retained its warm cheerfulness, while his trembling hands diligently arranged his humble merchandise. Fate led Jestham not just to see, but to truly witness the essence of this grandfather's life.

It turned out the elderly man had been living independently since his wife passed away seven years prior. Despite needing a walking frame after an accident that broke his bones, his spirit never dimmed. "I find more joy in selling like this than just sitting idle at home," he shared. His life philosophy remained firm: as temporary inhabitants of this world, we should walk in faithful devotion to God.

What touched hearts most was how this grandfather embraced his fate. He never saw his accident as a curse, but rather as a test of faith. At 90, he felt honored to still be given opportunities to work and worship. Every salted egg sold was proof of God's never-failing mercy.

When Jestham decided to purchase all his remaining stock and offer additional help, the grandfather could only respond with tearful gratitude. His continuous expressions of thanks flowed for this timely blessing.

Before parting, the old man offered sincere prayers in his trembling voice— prayers not just for himself, but for all kind souls who had lightened his burdens. This became a powerful lesson that the greatest blessings often arrive alongside opportunities to give.

Jestham listened quietly, feeling an indescribable warmth spread through her chest as she watched the grandfather raise his hands in heartfelt praise. In that moment, she realized she wasn't the giver but merely a conduit for God's perfectly timed grace. May each of this grandfather's steps continue to be blessed, every breath filled with health, and all his efforts bear sweet fruit.