Taste and See

Psalm 34:8 “Taste and see that the Lord is good…” (NIV)*

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I’ve tasted joy in the morning

Light in the dark.

I’ve tasted fruit though barren

Friends when lonely.

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I’ve tasted water in dry places

Grace covering ashes.

I’ve tasted shelter in storms

Strength though weak.

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I’ve tasted comfort in sorrow

Words when blank.

I’ve tasted rest for the weary

Hope filling empty.

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I’ve tasted of the Lord

And found Him good.

Over and over again

He is good.

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poem by Patty Perkins

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*The One Year Bible, New International Version, copyright 1986, Tyndale House Publishers, Wheaton, Illinois.