The Human Lifespan and Divine Limits

Genesis 6:3 introduces a divine pronouncement that humankind's days shall number 120 years, setting a boundary for mortal existence. This declaration reminds us of the value of each day and challenges us to live with intention and purpose within the time allotted to us. The Psalmist echoes this sentiment, stating in Psalm 90:10 that our days may come to seventy years, or eighty if our strength endures, further underscoring the biblical perspective on the transitory nature of life. Recognizing our mortality can inspire us to cherish each moment, seek wisdom, as encouraged in Ephesians 5:16, making the most of every opportunity because the days are evil, and reflect upon the brevity of life, as captured in James 4:14, which compares our life to a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes.