“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.” |
—Psalm 34:8 |
Has anyone ever invited you to come to his or her home at a particular time so that he or she could share a tasty meal with you? Most likely you have had just such an experience. The hospitality of good food and good conversation really can’t be beat.
King David clearly recognized that the relationship he had with the God who had chosen David to be king was one that mirrored an experience of rich hospitality. Notice what David wrote in Psalm 34:8:
Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.
It is not beyond reason to say that God is our banquet. He has set a table before us and invites us to come to Him for rest, refreshment, and the very best hospitality available in all of the universe. He who has created all things invites us to come to His table and enjoy fellowship, along with protection and refuge.
As we begin each new day, we can do so knowing that we always have a place at God’s table. He waits to welcome us to come and sit with Him a while. He gladly provides what we need and offers us the very best sustenance available.