Psalms 34. 03.06.25
SCRIPTURE: Psalms 34:8 NIV
“TASTE and SEE that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.”
OBSERVATION
What does it mean to TASTE and SEE that the LORD is Good?
The word taam translated as “taste” is an invitation to —taste and experience—to genuinely savor—
At the farmer’s market a couple years back there was a vendor (Tenerelli Orchards) who had these Peaches during July and August.
If you know, you know!
You could SEE they were Perfectly Ripe by the beautiful myriad orangish red bursting sunsets that colored each of these beauties. Their scent was compelling. It drew you in. And, The second you cut into one of these juicy ripe peaches—you were hit with the instant aroma and juicy TASTE of summer sunshine.
I went every week to get MORE. Larry who didn’t even like Peaches became addicted. This rich deep pure Peach Perfection involved all the senses of sight, smell, taste, and even touch as the sticky juice ran down your fingers-which was never a bother because they were SO worth it.
I tell you this story BECAUSE this is what I Believe God intends when HE says “TASTE and SEE” that The LORD is GOOD.
To BE the longing and desire of our heart.
To be our ONE and ONLY obsession that we can’t WAIT to spend time with.
The One we want to wake up to—and begin our day with and the One we want to share our last words with at the very end of each day before we close our eyes.
Knowing That His Love is so Perfect and so compelling—it draws us in and nothing ever has or ever will compare with it.
That we learn to savor the richness and depth of His word as if it were a banquet of the most delectable and flavorful bites—and as we sit at the table—we realize this is not a fast food drive through. We sit and taste, and savor every bite—not wanting to miss the experience of one single flavor nuance or new special seasoning.
APPLICATION
Taste and See-That the LORD—is— GOOD.
It’s interesting that there are many scripture references that link God’s Word to experiencing something that we “taste”.
“How sweet are your words—to my taste—sweeter than—honey to my mouth!” (Psalms 119:103 NIV)
“When your words came—I ate them; they were my joy and my heart’s delight, for I bear your name, Lord God Almighty.” (Jeremiah 15:16 NIV)
“Then Jesus declared, “I AM—the bread of life.” (John 6:35 NIV)
“The laws of the Lord—are true; each one is fair. They are sweeter—than honey, even honey dripping from the comb.” (Psalms 19:9-10 NLT)
“On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to Me—and drink.” (John 7:37 NIV)
Coming Today to Drink IN and Taste —and Savor the Sweetness of God.
PRAYER
Lord Jesus,
Thank YOU that You are constantly extending an invitation for us to Come and savor Your Goodness. To spend time with You and experience You in deeper and fuller measure. The application here includes an amazing promise of relationship. And You are Faithful.
The More we come, the More we experience You, the More we sit with You and simply be in Your Presence-the More we take You in to the Fullest measure. May Your Word become so much apart of me that I can literally begin to taste its sweetness. Your Word is spirit and life (John 6:63). Fill me with Your word, Fill me with Your Presence Today. May Your sweetness overflow in me Today. In Jesus Name, Amen.
Tina L Kudelka