Numbering Our Days Wisely

Date: January 4, 2026

Scripture Reading: Psalm 90:12

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

This prayer from Moses is both humble and sobering. It acknowledges a truth we often avoid: our days are limited. Life moves quickly, and time is a gift that cannot be recovered once it passes. Moses does not ask for more days, but for wisdom in how the days he has are lived.

Numbering our days does not mean living in fear or urgency driven by pressure. It means living with intention. When we understand that time is valuable, our priorities begin to shift. We become more mindful of how we love, how we serve, and how we invest our energy. Wisdom grows when we stop drifting through our days and start living them with purpose before God.

This verse is especially meaningful at the beginning of a season or year, when reflection naturally rises. It invites us to ask honest questions. What matters most? What distractions need to be released? Where is God calling us to be more faithful, more present, and more obedient? A heart of wisdom forms when we align our time with God’s will.

Main Takeaways

• Time is a gift meant to be stewarded with wisdom.
• Recognizing the brevity of life helps shape godly priorities.
• Wisdom grows when we live intentionally before God.

Cross-Referencing Scriptures

• Ephesians 5:15-16: “Be very careful… making the most of every opportunity.”
• James 4:14: “You are a mist that appears for a little while…”
• Proverbs 16:9: “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

Ask God today to teach you how to use your time wisely. Invite Him to shape your priorities, guide your decisions, and help you live each day with intention, gratitude, and faithfulness.