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“Our time on earth is brief, the number of our days is already decided by you.” Job 14:5, The Message.
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The Bible reminds us that our lives are not ours to control. Every moment is measured by God, and each breath we take is sustained by His power. As Job said, “He’s got the whole world in his hands, the breath of every living soul.” Job 12:10, The Message).
These words are not just poetry; they are reality. They call us to recognise the fragility of life and to live with purpose and intention, not presumption.
The Fragility of Life.
Job, a man who knew suffering deeply, reflected on the fleeting nature of human existence. He lamented, “Human life is a struggle, isn’t it? It’s a life sentence to hard labour… My days come and go swifter than the click of knitting needles, and then the yarn runs out – an unfinished life.” Job 7:1, 6, The Message).
Picture this:
Life as a tapestry woven by a master craftsman. The threads represent your days, and each moment contributes to the overall design. But unlike a weaver who can keep adding yarn, your life’s spool is finite. Once the thread runs out, the work stops, whether complete or not.
For the Christian, this should inspire a sense of urgency to live for what truly matters…
