Song of Solomon 4:2, the king (Jesus) says to the Shulamite (church), “When I look at you, I see how you have taken My fruit and tasted My Word.  Your life has become clean and pure.” 

As I prayed, read, and mused on God’s Word, my reading took me to the Song of Songs (Solomon).  I saw things I had never seen before and gained a new understanding and appreciation for a book most read with a cursory glance without understanding. It can be applied to human romantic relationships, but that is not the book’s purpose.  God always has a purpose in His words.

As I began reading, chapter 3 exploded in my consciousness. I saw the condition of multitudes who claimed Jesus as their Savior. We call them the church. In Song of Solomon 3:2—The Shulamite (church) searched for Him (Jesus) but could not find Him. The overseers (religious leaders and systems) didn’t know where He was. Once the Shulamite moved past them (she left the form and formula), she found Him.

Her declaration in v.4b is incredible.  “Now I’ll bring Him back to the temple within where I was given new birth – the innermost parts, the place of my conceiving.”   That is impossible to relegate to the human romantic experience.   It speaks of salvation.

In the remainder of chapter 3, it expands even more.  The King’s marriage carriage was constructed for (v.10) “those who will become his bride.”  Not singular, but THOSE! In Song of Solomon 4:2, the king (Jesus) says to the Shulamite (church), “When I look at you, I see how you have taken My fruit and tasted My Word.  Your life has become clean and pure.”  That’s what Jesus said to the disciples.

In v.3, an amazing revelation is presented.   Our words (in the aforementioned condition and position) are as refreshing as an oasis.  “What pleasure you bring to Me!”   We bring Joy to Jesus!  That should change our outlook and view of ourselves.   In Him, we are one with Him, and in Him, we bring Him Joy.

The progression is seen in Song of Solomon 4:6, where the Shulamite (church) makes a decision of total commitment to seek and continue with Him No Matter What.    The king (Jesus) v.8 says, “Come with Me the archway of trust.” The condition and result of that is seen in Song of Solomon 4:13-14, “Your inward life is now sprouting, bringing forth fruit.   What a beautiful paradise unfolds within you.”

Song of Solomon 4:15 is incredible, “You are a fountain of gardens.  A well of living water springs up from within you, like a mountain brook flowing into My heart.”    Whose heart?  Jesus!  Wow!

Notice Song of Solomon 4:16, 5:1.  Taste the fruits of His life in us.  His life in us becomes a feast.  Song of Solomon 6:12 could well be speaking of the Rapture, “Then suddenly my longings transported me.  My divine desire brought me next to my beloved prince, sitting with Him in His royal chariot. We were lifted up together!”

Song of Solomon 7:2-3 speaks of the fullness of the Spirit flowing from our innermost being and birthing a harvest.  Song of Solomon 8:7 cries out what Paul said: Nothing can separate us from God’s love.  Nothing is more valuable than Him.

Here is my simple thought: God treasures us, and as we surrender to Him, we bring Him exquisite pleasure and become rivers of life touching others. Always remember you are not insignificant. You are the Bride of Christ.  Decide to live with that view of life and know that your words are His words, and the fruit in you is of eternal value and brings life to others.   When you speak, you speak with the authority of Christ.   Victory is ours.  

Have a fantastic day in Jesus and rejoice knowing that He is our Bridegroom returning for us very soon!