What is man
That You should exalt him
That You should set
Your heart on him
My days are like a shadow
That lengthens
And I wither away
Like grass
But You O Lord
Shall endure forever
And the remembrance of
Your name to
All generations
So teach us to
Number our days
That we may gain
A heart of wisdom
So teach us to
Number our days
That we may gain
A heart of wisdom
Who has put wisdom
In the mind
Or who has given
Understanding to the heart
As for man his days
Are like grass
As a flower of the field
So he flourishes
Song Meaning
This Scripture song asks God to teach people to number their brief days wisely, recognizing human frailty beneath his eternal care.
Biblical Message
Psalm 90:12 is the central prayer. Job 7:17 and Psalm 144:3–4 echo the wonder that God attends to short-lived humanity.
Reflection
Mortality can sharpen wisdom rather than produce despair. The song invites purposeful living before God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “Teach Us To Number Our Days”?
This Scripture song asks God to teach people to number their brief days wisely, recognizing human frailty beneath his eternal care.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Psalm 90:12 is the central prayer. Job 7:17 and Psalm 144:3–4 echo the wonder that God attends to short-lived humanity.
When can this song be used in worship?
It suits funerals, birthdays, reflection, and Scripture teaching.