A 20-Year Covenant with God
Over the past 20 years, I have been constantly searching for life’s direction, its meaning, and the value of existence. Along this journey, I endured many growing pains. Yet after two decades of refinement, I finally found both my answer and my mission: to return to where it all began 20 years ago—and to use the gifts God has given me in music composition and language teaching to continue contributing to these fields.
Years ago, I was deeply touched by the testimonies of three musicians I saw on television at different times: Taiwanese composer Huang Kuo-Lun（黃國倫）, who wrote Faye Wong’s （王菲）“I’m Willing” (我願意); Hong Kong gospel singer Ivy So（蘇如虹）, who performed “The Girl of 911” （911的女孩） ; and renowned arranger Peter Kam（金 培達）. Their stories inspired me. But due to various reasons—and uncertainty over whether God wanted me to walk this path—I didn’t fully invest in songwriting.
That changed on September 8, 2024, when I hosted a large music-sharing concert to celebrate the 20th anniversary of my songwriting journey. It was my way of thanking God for His musical gifts and reigniting my passion for creation. Since then, I’ve been frequently invited by churches, organizations, and groups to share as a guest singer—praising God in song and spreading love through music. As someone born and raised in Hong Kong, I especially hope to contribute to Cantonese music and remain committed to preserving, promoting, and passing on the cultural richness of the Cantonese language and Cantonese pop music.
Later, while working as a youth outreach social worker, I was injured in an act of school violence. I suffered a head wound, was covered in blood, and required stitches. Yet thanks to God’s protection, the incident left no lasting trauma or complications.
Even more harrowing were two near-fatal traffic accidents. To this day, they still send shivers down my spine. It’s difficult to grasp how close I came to death—but I was miraculously spared by God’s hand at the most critical moments.
In one instance, I was driving eastbound on Highway 401 near the Leslie Street exit. Suddenly, the car in front of me slowed without using brake lights. I slammed on my brakes with all my strength. Everything in the car went flying, and I was thrown forward violently. The near impact—the sheer force and closeness—was beyond description. If I hadn’t stopped in that razor-thin instant, I might have died on the spot. When the car finally stopped, I couldn’t stop praising God. I truly believe He sent angels to shield me. It was His hand that preserved my life.
As someone who drives very cautiously, I still don’t understand why I experienced not just one, but two near-misses. Could it be that God used them to teach me to always remember His grace and deliverance? He is the Lord of peace. His wondrous works and boundless grace—I will never forget. I will proclaim them for the rest of my life.
I thank God—it is He who revealed my life’s direction, purpose, and true worth. Because He stepped into my story, I now have a goal worth pursuing, the courage to press forward, and a hope that sustains me.
Would you be willing, just like I was, to accept His salvation and receive His grace?
Caron Wong
