The Bible speaks of life’s seasons, including the length of our days. Today, we’ll explore verses about living wisely and understanding God’s purpose for our time on Earth.
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Bible Verses About 70 Years Of Life
Psalm 90:10 – Our days on earth are limited, teaching us to live wisely
“The years of our life are seventy, or even by reason of strength eighty; yet their span is but toil and trouble; they are soon gone, and we fly away.” – Psalm 90:10
Ecclesiastes 3:1 – There is a time and season for everything, including our lives
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1
James 4:14 – Life’s brevity reminds us to cherish each moment
“Yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.” – James 4:14
Psalm 139:16 – Our days are known to God, who has a purpose for each moment
“Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.” – Psalm 139:16
Proverbs 3:1-2 – Wisdom and long life are intertwined, guiding our years
“My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you.” – Proverbs 3:1-2
1 Peter 1:24 – Human life is fleeting, reminding us of its temporary nature
“For ‘All flesh is like grass and all its glory like the flower of grass. The grass withers, and the flower falls.'” – 1 Peter 1:24
Luke 12:25-26 – Worrying about life does not add to its length; trust God
“And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? If then you are not able to do as small a thing as that, why are you anxious about the rest?” – Luke 12:25-26
Isaiah 46:4 – God carries us throughout our lives, from birth to old age
“Even to your old age, I am he; and to gray hairs I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save.” – Isaiah 46:4
Proverbs 4:10 – Wisdom brings years of life as we heed its guidance
“Hear, my son, and accept my words, that the years of your life may be many.” – Proverbs 4:10
Colossians 3:2 – Setting our minds on eternal things shapes our lives
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” – Colossians 3:2
Romans 12:1-2 – Living a transformed life impacts how we spend our years
“I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.” – Romans 12:1-2
Proverbs 9:11 – Wisdom and the fear of the Lord add years to our lives
“For by me your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.” – Proverbs 9:11
Psalm 23:6 – God’s goodness and mercy follow us all our days
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” – Psalm 23:6
Isaiah 40:31 – Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength
“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” – Isaiah 40:31
Psalm 119:93 – Remembering the Lord and His teachings will sustain us
“I will never forget your precepts, for by them you have given me life.” – Psalm 119:93
Philippians 1:21 – For the believer, life is meaningful through Christ
“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” – Philippians 1:21
John 10:10 – Christ offers us abundant life beyond our years
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” – John 10:10
Job 14:5 – God knows our allotted days and His purpose within them
“Since his days are determined, and the number of his months is with you, and you have appointed his limits that he cannot pass.” – Job 14:5
Matthew 6:27 – Fret not over the length of life, for God knows our needs
“And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?” – Matthew 6:27
Proverbs 10:27 – The fear of the Lord can prolong our days
“The fear of the Lord adds length to life, but the years of the wicked are cut short.” – Proverbs 10:27
Job 5:26 – Our lives can be full and fruitful, like a sheaf of grain
“You shall come to your grave in ripe old age, like a sheaf gathered up in its season.” – Job 5:26
Revelation 21:4 – God promises us eternal life, free from suffering
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” – Revelation 21:4
Matthew 7:14 – The way of life through Christ leads to eternal significance
“For the gate is narrow, and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.” – Matthew 7:14
Proverbs 14:27 – The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, keeping us safe
“The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, that one may turn away from the snares of death.” – Proverbs 14:27
2 Timothy 4:7-8 – A life dedicated to Christ is one worth living
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day.” – 2 Timothy 4:7-8
Romans 6:23 – Eternal life is a gift, surpassing our earthly days
“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 6:23
Psalms 119:17 – Living according to God’s word enriches our days
“Deal bountifully with your servant, that I may live and keep your word.” – Psalms 119:17
Jeremiah 29:11 – God’s plans for us are good and intended for a prosperous future
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Psalm 37:4 – Delighting in the Lord gives meaning to our years
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” – Psalm 37:4