Gideon Pingkihan

Featuring Joseph

Peace and grace be upon you all! We are now just a few months away from the Christmas season, and we thank God for sustaining us throughout this journey. In this 5th edition, we are delighted to share with you the inspiring story of Joseph—his remarkable journey of fulfilling God’s purpose despite the trials he faced. Alongside this, our Editorial Column will highlight an important reflection on how we, as Christians, should respond to the growing influence of the New Age Movement. Allow us to give you a glimpse of what’s in store. We live in a time when the voices of many philosophies and spiritual trends compete for our attention. Among these is the New Age Movement, which promises enlightenment through crystals, astrology, meditation, etc. Its message is attractive, especially in a world hungry for peace and direction, but as children of God, we must discern: is this the truth, or is it a subtle deception?

When we turn to Scripture, we find wisdom in the life of Joseph the dreamer. In Egypt – a land filled with magicians, astrologers, and false interpreters, He was summoned before Pharaoh to explain a troubling dream. Unlike the magicians who relied on human methods, Joseph declared with humility and courage: “I cannot do it, but God will give Pharaoh the answer he desires (Genesis 41:16). Joseph did not place trust in himself, nor in any mystical system; he pointed Pharaoh to the one true God. the only source of wisdom and revelation.
This is the posture we are called to embrace today. The New Age movement may encourage us to look inward for salvation, but the Bible reminds us that salvation comes only through Christ. He is not merely one path among many; He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6). Like Joseph, we must stand in the midst of a culture that offers countless substitutes for God and boldly affirm that true hope is found in Him alone. The lure of the New Age is not just in its practices but in its promise of self-sufficiency—an ancient temptation repackaged for modern times. Yet, as Joseph’s story shows, when we give glory to God and rely on His wisdom, He not only guides us but uses us to bring life and blessing to others. May we, like Joseph, be faithful dreamers—not of illusions, but of God’s vision for His people. In a world chasing after “new” truths, may we cling to the eternal truth of Christ, the solid rock on which we stand.

In His Service,
Gideon Pingkihan
Associate Editor
EGM Times