Time as a Gift: Understanding God’s Eternal Perspective
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
- Psalm 90:12
Holding a newborn baby can stir overwhelming gratitude for the gift of life. Looking into the eyes of a little one or watching him peacefully sleep can cause a sweet warmth of God’s goodness to wash over us. We often envision all the life that is ahead, the places he will go, the things he will do, and the man he will become one day.
We do not, however, gaze into that sweet small face and consider the finite existence of his being. We do not contemplate or have conversations centered around how long his lifespan will be. That would feel not only unnatural but just plain wrong. And yet, the Psalmist in this verse is asking God to help him do just that.
He implores of God, "teach me how to use the days I’ve been given. Help me make the most of the time that I have.” Why does he do this? Because he understands that time is a precious commodity. We must be wise in how we spend our days, choosing to invest in the pursuit of wisdom, goodness, and the kingdom of God.
As you reflect on today’s passage and the days God has gifted, pray that He will make His plans for you clear allowing His divine purposes to shape the choices you make. Resolve to be about the business of gaining a “heart of wisdom,” using each day as an opportunity to look more like Christ in what you do, where you invest, and how you love others.
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Heavenly Father, I know Your word tells me that “all the days ordained for me were written in Your book.” Thank you for the specific plan You have for me and my life. As I prepare to step into today, grant me the grace to walk boldly and confidently in your plan as I seek to look more like Christ in all that I do.
ABOUT ROCKPOINTE CHURCH
RockPointe strives to provide a welcoming, family-friendly environment where people of all walks of life encounter the transforming power of a relationship with Jesus.
You will find RockPointe to be a place of imperfect, but genuine and authentic people seeking to glorify Jesus with their lives. Our hope is to point to the empowering grace of Jesus that transforms people to become impactful disciples for the kingdom of God.
The worship music is modern in style and highly gospel-centered in content. People are encouraged to passionately worship Jesus in “spirit and truth.” At RockPointe we value singing songs that are Christ-exalting and theologically rich.
We hold the Scriptures in high regard as the final authority in a person’s life. Messages at RockPointe are Christ-centered and will provide great insight as to what the Bible teaches about living your life for the glory of God. There is also a Family Room for parents to observe the services even while attending to their family needs.
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