So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom....
Psalm 90
Upon reflection of the passage "So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom," my first thoughts were of the Latin saying "carpe diem" or "seize the day."
We must also reflect on the fact that our lifestyles today are very busy, and we can get caught up in maybe doing too much. The passage advises us to spend each day wisely. But, why or how do we do so?
The full passage of Psalm 90 wants us to understand that while God has a definite purpose and meaning for our lives, that some day that purpose here on earth will be completed. We don't know when that day will be or how it will come. But if we try to live each day trying to fulfill God's purpose for us, we will be ready to be with God when that day does come.
We need to also know that God's purpose varies for each of us and that purpose may vary each and every day, and it may vary during each day. We have a responsibility to God to do our best in whatever we do, including work, school, sports, and chores.
Now there will be days in which we will face problems. These "bad" or "tough" days are there for a Godly reason that we can not always understand. However, we should have faith, knowing that God is with us and will support us with His strength in doing His work each and every day and help us overcome these problems, if we do our part by doing our best and not giving-up.
Live each day wisely doing your best, knowing God is supporting you always.
Doug Ellmore (2008)
