Our scripture this morning is Psalms 34:8-9 (NLT).
Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him! Fear the Lord, you his godly people, for those who fear him will have all they need.
The Psalms cover a wide range of human emotions, but in every case God knows what we experience and is there for us. These songs tell us of joy and sorrow, loss and victory, but they always offer praise to the Lord. Being connected to Him means we can find comfort, strength and peace.
David wrote many psalms expressing what he felt and how God answered his needs. When we read these we can relate to the situations, even though they happened long ago. Sadly, we still suffer many of the same self inflicted issues people did then through our jealousy and greed.
This passage tells us “Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!” When we bring our issues to God and honestly beg forgiveness, He is always ready to raise us up with His love. Then we can return to the tasks we have been given to care for His children and all of creation.
Loving Lord, we know all good gifts come from You alone. Forgive us when we stray and put us back on the path You have set for us that we may be energetic and effective disciples. Amen.
