THE SHORTNESS OF LIFE AND THE URGENCY OF COMING TO CHRIST (Psalm 90, v9-12)

THE SHORTNESS OF LIFE AND THE URGENCY OF COMING TO CHRIST (Psalm 90, v9-12)

Author: Pastor Peter Simpson May 28, 2026 Duration: 32:32

Psalm 90:9-12

Man’s life is very short. We are mere mortals; we are mere dust. The pleasures of this life, no matter how well some might think themselves to be getting on, are soon gone. To state this is not pessimism; it is realism.

In this psalm we are exhorted to number our days. To do so will enable us to apply our hearts unto wisdom. The wise man realises the brevity of life, and so makes his peace with God with all urgency. He sees the necessity of repenting of sin and of trusting in Christ for everlasting life. He who numbers his days, and who knows that the time is short, is the one who will live with Christ for ever more, and whose days will know no end.

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Thank you for listening. We give this podcast the subtitle of 'The 33:12 Report', after Psalm 33, v12, which reads, "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord".

Pastor Simpson has been the pastor of an independent Bible believing Methodist Church for 35 years, and now lives in the northeast of England. He continues with an active open air preaching ministry in the Teesside region. He is also a Christian author and commentator, applying the Bible to national life both past and present.

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WHEN A NATION PRAYS: go to https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B7QGX5CL

THE CHRISTIAN CASE FOR IMMIGRATION CONTROL: go to https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GLG67PM2

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From his vantage point in Middlesbrough, Pastor Peter Simpson offers a sobering yet hopeful perspective on modern Britain. The Britain's Only Hope the Gospel podcast is built on the conviction that the teachings of Jesus Christ provide the sole foundation for national renewal. Each episode moves between thoughtful analysis of current societal conditions and direct, scriptural proclamation. You'll hear recordings from formal pulpit addresses, where biblical texts are carefully expounded, alongside the raw, unfiltered energy of open-air witnessing, capturing conversations and teachings delivered in public spaces. This blend gives the podcast a distinctive character, rooted in both theological reflection and active engagement. Pastor Simpson doesn't shy away from applying a biblical lens to contemporary issues, arguing that spiritual revival is intrinsically linked to the health of the nation. For those seeking a perspective that intertwines faith with a concerned commentary on British culture, this series provides a consistent and challenging voice. It’s more than a religious broadcast; it’s a sustained argument for the gospel as the essential answer, making each installment a call to both personal faith and collective consideration.
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