Teach Us To Number Our Days

-January 5, 2022-

Good morning, happy Wednesday,

“So teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”

(Psalm 90:12).

Each day is a gift from the Lord that we should treasure, be thankful for, and use to serve our Lord. One thing we have learned through this pandemic is just how fragile life is. There are no guarantees on how long any of us will live. That being said, we need to live each day for the Lord. Each day we have with our family and friends is precious. We should tell and show our loved ones how much we love them.

To number our days goes beyond just counting the number of days. It is making the number of days count for the kingdom of God. The Lord has given us life that we should proclaim Jesus and the gospel, live for His glory, and serve Him with the gifts He has given us. There is no reason any believer should be ineffective, unproductive, or unfruitful. Sin is the number one thing that defeats us and disrupts our relationship with the Lord.

Each day has twenty-four hours, with sleep taking about one third, that leaves two thirds left. Most of have jobs or school. That still leaves another third left. We can do so much more for the Lord. It is a matter our priorities. Paul told the Ephesians, “See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is” (Ephesians 5:15-17).

If we put a priority on the things of heaven above we will be more effective on the things of earth below. Jesus said in Matthew 6:33, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” In the context of Matthew 6:25-34, these things are food, drink, and clothing. When we take of His work, He takes care of us. We should be free from worry and anxiety.

When we number our days, we are able to present to God a heart of wisdom. Proverbs 9:10 tells us, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” God has given us His Word, the in dwelling of the Holy Spirit, and the privilege of prayer. By pursuing these things we gain a heart of wisdom. Our day will fall flat without seeking the Lord and His will. We all know how dreadful it is to drink a soft drink that has lost its fizz. Spending time with our Lord strengthens and sustains us, and prepares us for what may come in our day.

We should never take our days for granted, but appreciate each minute of each hour, of each day. If we squander and lose time, we can never get it back. May the Lord help us to live for Him today and make an impact on the people around us. God has given us today as a gift to unwrap and use for His glory. The quality of our days is way more important than the quantity.

Have a blessed day for Jesus, making the day count so that others will be encouraged. Stay safe and healthy.

In His grace and service,

Dean