I almost died of loneliness today. It was like a horrible wave of emotional insanity. So I started to read the Song of Solomon. What is up with that book of the Bible? I felt myself blushing half of the time and smiling so hard I laughed out loud the other half. I don't mean any disrespect at all. It's just so....I don't know...over the top. I am trying to imagine my husband talking to me like the writer talks in Chapter 4:2.
Song of Solomon 4:2 “Thy teeth are like a flock of sheep that are even shorn, which came up from the washing; whereof every one bear twins, and none is barren among them.”
As I am reading this, I found myself running my tongue across my teeth and in the imagination of my heart, I can hear my husband who is NOT a romantic saying... “So glad you haven't lost any of your teeth yet babe”. Trust me, I have scolded myself several times over the crazy thoughts that I've had running through my mind today….. and it’s because of the Song of Solomon!
Oh yes, here is the real reason I wanted to share my findings today! As I was reading, and right in the middle of all the over the top romantic stuff, I found this verse.
Song of Solomon 2:15 “Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes.”
I might not understand all the meaning behind the Song of Solomon but I do know that little things, like lonely days, are a little fox that can spoil our life. It can be anything… pride, anger, jealousy and so on. Little bits of our flesh rising up to influence our thoughts and we can find our feelings taking over. Before we know it…. and in an instant….a little fox is running the show and our whole life!
Maybe when I am older and more mature I will be able to deal with the Song of Solomon better.
For now I am watching out for those little foxes!
Dianne
8 comments:
Thank you Dianne - wonderful thoughts, thank you for the reminder this morning - What an inspiration you are to me.! Thank you for being a dear dear friend. !
Mom
Wonderful article - from the heart - like all of your articles. Thank you Dianne!! You are so open and honest, yet walk a walk with the Lord that many of us don't even understand. Love, Emilie
I must admit....I cracked up when I started reading this article. You are sooo funny! But then.... I got the point too. Thanks Dianne. I love how you think! You're a blessing!
Thank you so much for sharing your heart here ! i enjoy every bit!
love you and your sweet family!
Ash
What a profound application of this verse in the Song of Solomon. Too often, I've read over it giving it only a second's thought. You are absolutely right how the "little" feelings we experience each day can become a fox running the show if we are not taking them into captivity. Thank you for your candidness and sense of humor too. You are such a blessing and joy to know!
I was reading those verses too, trying to understand, but then not sure if I wanted too. Thank you for pointing out something that I can apply today :)
Seriously! You are a hoot! I would not have thought to read that particular book when dealing with loneliness. Happily, my mind's eye could visualize you sitting there blushing and laughing, but the lesson learned is one we all need! The little foxes can seem to be so cute and harmless, but we must realize the damage that can be done by them! I love that analogy regarding the "small" sins! I love you dear friend. Thank you for your candid post!
I tried some of the lines from the
Song of Solomon on my wife and I got that inquisitive look that only a true Norwegian can give you. We both laughed as I tried to explain the meaning of those mind altering phrases. If life could be always this simple and pure. Thank you Dianne. We sure do love you. We treasure each time you are in a church service when you are feeling better. May Our GOD richly bring you a reprieve from all that weighs heavy on your health.
Your Pew Mates, Tim & Audrey :~)
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