The Last Jellybean
1 Samuel 1-3; Luke 8:26-56
One afternoon Angela gave her young daughter four jellybeans and let her know that was all the candy she was going to receive.
After practically inhaling the first three candies, Eliana lingered over the final one. She sucked on it, took it out of her mouth, bit into it, sucked on it some more, then gnawed at the outer shell. Knowing that this was her last jellybean, she took a full 45 minutes to ingest the treat completely.
Angela observed her little girl with amusement. It occurred to her that she was watching Eliana learn the value of savoring—enjoying taste and texture and learning to draw out every possible bit of flavor from the pleasurable experience.
When we read, “Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good” (Ps. 34:8), we can be sure that God wants us to “savor” His presence. He allows us to gain intimate and satisfying knowledge of Him. And when we meditate on His Word, we will draw out a deeper understanding of who He is (Ezek. 3:1-3). As we taste His goodness and love, He will reveal the distinctive flavor of His creativity, sovereignty, holiness, and faithfulness.
Our Father must look on with enjoyment as we learn how to enjoy and savor Him.
Oh, taste the goodness of the Lord
And savor all that He has done;
Draw close and give your praise to Him—
The holy, sovereign, faithful One. —Sper
Our greatest privilege is to enjoy God’s presence.
Reposted From Cindy Hess Kasper of Our Daily Bread
2 comments:
what a great illustration and a great passage... if we only taste and savor the goodness of God then satisfaction is glorious!
thanks for the prayers Mel..and those who respond for prayers...my gratitude! Its answered prayer!
Hi Janeth,
Yes, we can always savor the goodness of God for that is His very nature. You're welcome my friend. Praise the Lord that Erika is now fine. Thanks for your visit and comments. God bless you all always.
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