Psalm 90:2, 4
Before the mountains were brought forth,
Or ever You had formed the earth and the world,
Even from everlasting to everlasting, You are God.

For a thousand years in Your sight
Are like yesterday when it is past,
And like a watch in the night.

Application: 

Because Moses authored this psalm, it is the oldest of all the psalms.

90:1-6 God alone is a place of divine shelter and protection for all those who take refuge in him (90:1) because he alone is eternal. Moses compares the glory of the infinite God to the transitory existence of finite humanity (90:2-3). With God, the passing of a thousand years is like the passing of a day (90:4). Human beings, on the other hand, are like grass that withers (90:5-6). Our time is brief; death comes for all.

Moses recognizes that the transitory nature of humanity’s existence is due to sin. Death is God’s righteous judgment against man’s rebellion (see Gen 3:22-24; Rom 6:23). Whether sins are committed in public or in secret, all are visible to him and incur his wrath (90:7-9). Sin and death have limited the lifespan of human beings; our lives pass quickly (90:10). 

In light of this reality, Moses asks God, Teach us to number our days carefully so that we may develop wisdom (90:12).

Let us implore God with this same prayer. Ask the Lord to make the brevity of life sink into your soul, so that you are convicted to make godly choices during your short stay on earth. Life is like a coin. You can spend it any way you wish, but only once.

Reference: Tony Evans, The Tony Evans Bible Commentary (Nashville, TN: Holman Bible Publishers, 2019), 553.

To God be the glory!

Our Lord Jesus Christ created everything! By Him, For Him!

“The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26

Disclaimer

When God inspires me, I write or post articles that glorify God. I invite you to view this post as a Bible study. Like the Bereans in Acts 17:11, I encourage you to search the Scriptures to determine whether what I have posted is true. Always consult your church ministers regarding biblical matters. I am not a professional writer, so there may be grammatical or spelling errors. I strive to write as clearly and efficiently as possible. Your brother in Christ, Ricardo.

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