This work serves as a formal musical setting of verses from Psalm 90, composed to commemorate the 700th anniversary of the Worshipful Company of Barbers. John Rutter, a prominent British composer known for his choral works, utilizes a specific instrumentation of SATB choir, solo trumpet, and organ or orchestra to achieve a stately and celebratory tone. The composition is structured to provide a liturgical or concert-ready piece that reflects on themes of refuge and endurance.

Experts and choral directors frequently identify this piece as a standard, accessible choice for formal church services and celebratory concerts. The work is noted for its effective use of the trumpet to provide a triumphant, maestoso conclusion that fits Rutter's established style.