O Taste and See

December 7-8, 2013 - O Taste and See – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Psalm 34:8 “O taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in Him.”

In this verse, it is about the Lord Himself. The word, taste means the actual living through the event or series of events such as learn by experience. “Taste and see” does not mean, “Check out God’s credentials.” Instead, it is a warm invitation: “Try this; I know you’ll like it.” When we take that first step of obedience in following God, we cannot help discovering that He is good and kind. When we begin the Christian life, our knowledge of God is partial and incomplete. As we trust Him daily, we experience how good He is.  

The word, good has a very broad meaning so I will choose a few. God is good. God is just who shows a great concern for what is right. God is kind who shows His gentleness. God is right who show His justice and fairness. God is loyal who shows His faithfulness. There are several verses to read that the Lord is good.

Ps. 86:5 “For thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee.” Ps.107:1 “O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.” Ps.135:3 “Praise the Lord; for the Lord is good: sing praises unto His name; for it is pleasant.” Ps.145:9 “The Lord is good to all: and His tender mercies are over all His works.”

Song: God Is So Good

God . . is so good ….

God . . is so good ….

God . . is so good,

He is so good . . to . . me ….

(Author, unknown)