The root meaning of the word translated number in “teach us to number our days” (Ps. 90:12) is “to weigh” or “to measure.” We are to place each day in the balance and make it tip the scales in a way that will bring glory to God and blessing to the lives of others.
The apostle Peter wanted to motivate his readers to use their suffering to make their lives count for eternity. And he wanted Jesus’ suffering and death to inspire them to accept the spiritual conflict and persecution that would result from bearing the name of Jesus. Because they loved Jesus, suffering was going to be normative. Jesus’ suffering was to serve as motivation to give up sinful passions and to be obedient to the will of God (1 Peter 4:1-2). If their lives were going to count for eternity, they needed to stop indulging in fleeting pleasures and instead exhaust their lives on what pleased God.
Remembering that Jesus suffered and died to forgive our sins is the most important thought we have to inspire us to make godly choices today and to make our lives count for eternity.


If we realize the value of our days, we will try to spend them profitably. To have no regrets at life’s end and have much reward in heaven, we must make the most of every opportunity (Eph. 5:15-16). In the words of the psalmist let us pray, “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom” (Ps. 90:12).


Today my beloved friends I encourage you to make each day your masterpiece. Pray for guidance, and give thanks for your blessings every day. Be a Blessing-    Instead of counting the days, make your days count.😊❤