Contributed by Abbey Thangiah • Jul 8, 2025
Which MODifier Are You?
MOD (short for “modification”) generally refers to a user-created change to a game or software, often to enhance gameplay or add new features. However, the term can also be used to describe hacking itself, which is the act of unauthorized access or modification of a system. The distinction often lies in whether the modification is sanctioned by the game developer or is an unauthorized exploit.
I have been an e-hailing driver since the pandemic, among my other jobs. Since I like to drive and meet people, it is indeed humbling and a privilege to serve the community and get paid for it. I thank God for giving me a way out during the pandemic and since then, He has never failed to provide me when my finances were short. I think I have learnt to be more dependent on Him and it has certainly shifted my focus.
Recently while I was waiting for a customer nearby KLIA Downtown, I overheard a few drivers talking. Apparently, there is a MODifier app that allows hackers to override a common e-hailing app. They take all the high paying jobs (airport and outstation) and distribute these jobs to certain drivers who subscribe to the MOD. For a mere RM 100 to 200 a month, drivers get up to RM 600 or even RM 1000 per day. The ROI (Return of Investment) looked amazing. It almost made me want to approach them and ask them for more information. RM 600 per day would solve many of my financial problems. It was tempting.
Then, I decided not to ask them. It dawned on me that my dependence on God would reduce and my dependence on these MOD operators would increase. These MODs are already causing a loss of income to drivers on their already low fares and income. It certainly is not fair. This is how many people who don’t think they need God are operating. They depend on lobbyists and the certain few who control the system. For a fee, they hack the standard way and think they are taking the “Expressway” towards wealth and dominance. Becoming famous can cause many Good people to lose their income and opportunities to move forward in society.
Did you know that if you become a Christian, GOD also encourages you to be a MODifier in your society? These MODifiers are salt (preserving godliness), light (exposing truth), and yeast (influencing transformation). The Holy Spirit has already instilled these MOD’s for you to be a better Christian. He doesn’t force them upon you. You don’t need to pay a fee for ‘extra’ activation. Instead of degrading the society and making it worse, you make the community better and transform the nation.
Be a positive MODifier for Christ.