Psa 39:4 LORD, make me to know mine end, and the measure of my days, what it is; that I may know how frail I am.
It’s good sometimes to remind ourselves how short and fragile this life is. I don’t think we ought to think on it in a morbid way that leaves us depressed and causes us to lose our zest for life. However, it is good to be reminded so that we keep things in proper perspective. This life is short; a preparation really, for the life to come. All of this life should be measured in the light of eternity. The fact that life is so fragile should cause us to cling to our God, to trust Him for everything. We need His wisdom and His help. Life is short and fragile. Keep heaven in view and rely on God for His protection and help.