for Thursday, February 20th, 2025 [Previous Reflections]
“So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.“
— Psalm 90:12 KJV
It’s one of those verses that hits differently depending on where you are in life. When you’re young, it feels like a gentle reminder to make good choices. But as you get older, it starts to feel more urgent—like God nudging you to really pay attention to how you’re spending your time.
Moses, who wrote this psalm, had seen the fleeting nature of life up close. He led a generation that wandered for 40 years, watching people come and go, knowing that only a few would see the Promised Land. He understood that time isn’t just something we pass through—it’s something God gives us on purpose. And the way we handle it shapes who we become.
This verse isn’t about fear or regret; it’s about wisdom. It’s about realizing that our days are limited, but they’re also deeply meaningful. Every conversation, every act of love, every moment of faithfulness—it all matters. When we ask God to “teach us to number our days,” we’re really asking Him to help us see life the way He sees it.
So maybe today, instead of rushing through the routine, we take a second to ask: Am I spending my time on what actually matters? Because wisdom isn’t just about knowing things—it’s about living in a way that honors the God who gave us this time in the first place.
Father, You are the Author of time, the One who holds my days in Your hands. Teach me to number my days—not just to count them, but to cherish them. Help me to live with purpose, to see beyond distractions, and to invest in what truly matters.
Give me a heart of wisdom, Lord. Show me how to love well, to serve faithfully, and to walk closely with You. When I waste time on things that don’t last, gently draw me back to what is eternal. Remind me that every breath is a gift, and every moment an opportunity to glorify You.
I don’t want to take this life for granted. Shape my heart, my choices, and my priorities so that, at the end of my days, I will have lived them well—fully, intentionally, and for Your glory.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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