DON HEBERT
Many Christians know the hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing. Its words are more than just poetry. They are a prayer, a story, and a reminder of God’s grace. The hymn speaks of wandering hearts, divine rescue, and the call for God to “tune our hearts” to sing His grace. It reminds believers that when we feel spiritually distant or dull, God can restore our voice in prayer and renew our hearts in worship.
Many believers go through seasons when they feel dry or disconnected from God. Psalm 90 helps us draw near again, reminding us of God’s eternal nature and our short lives on earth.
Psalm 90, written by Moses, is a prayer that contrasts God’s eternity with human frailty. It begins with praise: “Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.” God Himself is the home and safety of His people. Across all times and cultures, God remains a constant refuge. Though the world is unstable and uncertain, our true security is not found in material things but in the everlasting God who never changes.
Before the world began, God existed. Even the mountains, which seem ancient and unmovable, were formed by Him. From “everlasting to everlasting,” He is God. Because of that, there is no moment in history or place on earth where He is absent. He is the creator, sustainer, and protector of all life. This should give comfort to those who feel forgotten or unsettled. God is near and never loses sight of His children.
The psalm then reminds us that life is brief. Humans return to dust, as God said in Genesis 3. Even the longest human life is short compared to God’s eternal being. A thousand years to Him are like a single day to us. Our days pass quickly, like grass that grows in the morning and withers by evening. Recognizing how short life is should humble us and lead us to wisdom.
Moses also acknowledged that death entered the world because of sin. The wrath of God against sin is real. Because of this, unbelief and disobedience are moral matters. Sin is not only wrongdoing but rejection of the God who gives life. Yet the message also points to hope: through Jesus Christ, believers are freed from God’s wrath. Jesus bore that judgment on the cross so that those who trust in Him live under grace, not condemnation.
Later in the psalm, Moses prayed, “Teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” This is a request for perspective. We should live with awareness of how short life is and to use our time well. Instead of chasing temporary things, we should seek to make our days count by serving God faithfully.
Moses also prayed that God would satisfy His people with His steadfast love. This is where lasting joy begins. Many people try to fill their hearts with distractions, pleasure, or possessions, but these things cannot truly satisfy. Only God’s love can fill the emptiness of the human heart. When believers focus on His steadfast love, especially as shown through Jesus Christ, they find joy, peace, and renewal.
The psalm closes with a prayer for God to bless and establish the work of His people. Moses asked that their short lives would still produce something meaningful. The message connected this to 1 Corinthians 15:58, where Paul wrote that labour in the Lord is never wasted. When we serve God, He makes our work endure beyond this temporary world.
Psalm 90 invites every believer to reflect on three truths:
- Life on earth is brief and fragile.
- Sin separates us from God, but grace restores us through Christ.
- Real security and lasting purpose are found only in the eternal God.
When we feel weary, distracted, or spiritually distant, we can return to the Lord, our dwelling place. He alone gives refuge, wisdom, and peace that last beyond time itself.
For here we do not have a lasting city, but we are seeking the city which is to come.
Hebrews 13:14
Texas Gospel Canada Southern Gospel Radio 