CHILD-FRIENDLY THE BREVITY OF LIFE!

Job 5:26 AMPC

You shall come to your grave in ripe old age, and as a shock of grain goes up [to the threshing floor] in its season. 

Memory Verse: John 10:10 – “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.”

 

What Does “Brevity of Life” Mean? 

It means life is short. We don’t live forever on earth, so we must choose to live well every day. 

Some people just exist—they wake up, go through the day, and sleep, but they don’t enjoy life or live with purpose. 

God wants us to live fully, with joy, hope, and meaning!

The Bible talks about coming to the grave in full age, like grain that is ready for harvest. 

That means living a life that is complete—spiritually, mentally, and physically—before going to be with God.

Jesus came to give us abundant life (John 10:10). That means life filled with love, peace, and purpose. 

Even when life is hard, we can still choose to live with faith and joy.

What Does the Bible Say? 

- Psalm 91:16 – God promises to satisfy us with long life. 

- Psalm 90:10 – Life passes quickly, so we must live wisely. 

- Isaiah 46:3–4 – God carries us from birth to old age. 

- Proverbs 3:6 – In all your ways, acknowledge Him.

Don’t Just Wait—Live Now! 

Some people say, “I’ll enjoy life when I’m older,” or “when I reach my goal.” But life is happening now! 

Whether you’re young or old, God wants you to live with purpose and joy today.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS 

- What choices are you making today to live your life fully? 

- Have you ever felt bored or stuck? What helped you feel alive again? 

- How can you enjoy life now while still working toward your future goals? 

- What does living “to full age” mean to you? 

- How can God’s promises help you enjoy every season of life?

PRAYER: Dear God, thank You for the gift of life. Help me to live every day with joy, purpose, and love. I don’t want to just exist—I want to live fully for You. May my life bring glory to You in all I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Shalom 

 

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