The Biblical Illustrator - Psalms 90:14
Psalms 90:14O satisfy us early with Thy mercy; that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.An early interest in God’s mercy essential to a happy life1. That a man may live happily, that he may rejoice and be glad all his days, it is necessary that he should be early freed from all fears of death. Will it be said, he may refuse to think of death? I answer, he cannot always banish this subject from his thoughts in a world like this, where so many things occur which are suited to remind him of... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Psalms 90:12-17
Psalms 90:12-17So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Man imploring the mercy of GodMoses prays--I. For a right estimate as to the duration of life. “Teach us to number our days,” etc.,1. There is a certain judgment to be formed as to the duration of our earthly life. The prayer does not mean that we should know the hour, scene, or circumstance of our end; but that we should have a practical impression that life is temporary and preparative.2. There is a... read more