The Song of Songs is in my opinion one of the most underrated books of
the Bible. It doesn't provide any deep historical insight or apocalyptic
visions; it doesn't record moving sermons or incisive moral teaching.
But what the Song does do--and does better than perhaps any other
book--is capture the relational essence of Christianity.
"My beloved is mine and I am his" (Song 2:16). Of the many passionate
and loving verses in the first two chapters, this may best exemplify the
exclusivity and possessiveness with which the lovers view their relationship.
And while possessiveness is often given a negative connotation in modern
times, consider that God describes Himself thus, "I, the LORD your God,
am a jealous God" (Exodus 20:5).
Be it earthly romance or the heavenly marriage of Christ and the church, would you prefer it any other way?
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