Number

"Teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom," Psalm 90:12.

In his late 60s, Eddie (a Christian brother, an elder in Jesus' church) noted the Bible taught humans might live to 70 years old or maybe 80. Given the few he may have left, he determined to spend those uncertain years announcing the Good News of Jesus with family, friends, and strangers in his native land. Now in his 80s, that's what he's been doing ever since. He helps organize meals for hungry kids and families, administer clothing distributions, manage building of chapels among disenfranchised communities; he announces the Gospel of Christ and teaches the Word of God. He learned from his God to number his days, and to gain thereby a heart of wisdom. Sky kingdom.

Visiting with a brother or sister today, we remind each other that the days of this old world are numbered, as are our own. We spur one another on into the Lord's wisdom. And, together, we offer thanksgivings to the only wise God.