When we need an enlarged perspective of life, we should look no further than the wisdom of God—Jesus! He will help us see things from a godly perspective. Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, so submission to God, as well as placing our trust in his ongoing protective care is necessary. Wisdom is the Way and living a Spirit-led life is the righteous path to abundant life; godliness from the inside out.
In our passage today from the Psalter, Moses reminds God’s people life is fleeting and there is no time to waste in worldly living. The same is true for us, today. Instead, we should remember life is a gift from God, so we can enthusiastically live for him. Then, when we stand before God, we can reveal a heart of wisdom.
Psalm 90: 1-2, 12- 17 NLT A prayer of Moses, the man of God.
1
Lord, through all the generations
you have been our home!
2
Before the mountains were born,
before you gave birth to the earth and the world,
from beginning to end, you are God.
12
Teach us to realize the brevity of life,
so that we may grow in wisdom.
13
O Lord, come back to us!
How long will you delay?
Take pity on your servants!
14
Satisfy us each morning with your unfailing love,
so we may sing for joy to the end of our lives.
15
Give us gladness in proportion to our former misery!
Replace the evil years with good.
16
Let us, your servants, see you work again;
let our children see your glory.
17
And may the Lord our God show us his approval
and make our efforts successful.
Yes, make our efforts successful!
Prayer: Lord, please help us realize every life is purposeful; even the small tasks we engage in every day will be used for your purpose in the revelation of yourself. May we bring honor and glory to you name in everything we think, say, or do. In Jesus’ name Amen.