O taste and see that the Lord is good, blessed is the man that trusteth in Him. Psalm 34:8
As she walked past the Superstore meat counter, Judy picked up a small packaged piece of meat and remarked that, at half price, it was still too expensive. I looked at the package and agreed, although my mouth watered. That piece of meat was a very nice portion of filet mignon, and I could just imagine how wonderful it would taste, properly barbecued and seasoned. I love a good piece of steak, and I am sure that filet would not have disappointed. But the price was just too high. What is it that grabs the attention of your taste buds? And how much are you willing to pay to obtain that taste? Our text today tells us that the offerings on the Lord’s plate will always delight. And His price is never too high.
We have tasted of God’s salvation, and have found it refreshing forever. Salvation has satisfied in a way that nothing of this world could ever do. The pleasures of sin may be sweet for the moment but always leave a bitterness and emptiness. The price is far too high in loss of eternal satisfaction. As the Gospel hymn says: Now none but Christ can satisfy, none other name for me. There’s life, and love, and lasting joy, Lord Jesus found in thee!
The Lord also has His delights that far outstrip anything the world would present to us. The world’s philosophies would have us build up our self-esteem, to seek to glorify ourselves. But self becomes a flat and stale diet when compared to the bounty of placing Christ first and seeking the things of His kingdom. As young Christians look for a career or vocation that will satisfy their abilities and meet their desires, they do well to remember that the life that is dedicated to Christ and His will can never lack for challenges, opportunities, and a deep and abiding sense of fulfillment.
A life lived to satisfy self always carries too high a price tag. But a life lived to serve Christ is a bargain forever. -Jim MacIntosh