We are invariably averse to reflecting on our own mortality and God’s judgement. But there are few things more sobering than the inevitability than death and judgement to give the details of our lives some perspective. And that is what this psalm, traditionally attributed to Moses, offers to us: some perspective. You will die soon and afterwards you will stand before God to give an account of your life. Yes, there is forgiveness and salvation in Christ, but this is given to repentant sinners. So, make sure your life is marked by repentance. Reflect on your last few days. How do you think these days look from a heavenly perspective? How does God view your actions, thoughts, desires and imaginings? If you knew that you only had one month left to live before you passed away to stand before your Creator, what would you change? You have the opportunity to do judgement with Christ now. This is a wonderful opportunity because he is not only your judge, but your saviour. If you will acknowledge your sins to him now, you will find forgiveness. This means that there will be no surprises when you stand before his judgement seat then. You can receive your verdict now from Christ. But to receive his grace you need to face the truth. The truth is that you are not without sin (1 John 1:8). The truth is that you may not have much time left to acknowledge this and find salvation. The truth is that Christ is ready to forgive all who come to him.
Reflect on your life, confess your sins to God and receive his forgiveness and grace.
Read Psalm 90.
