The Song Of Solomon - Introduction - A Comprehensive And Contemplative Verse-By-Verse Study Series

Series/Class Objective

The Song of Solomon is a passionate love song between Solomon and the Shulamite woman- representing Jesus and His Bride – Us!

Christians serve the Beautiful God who is “altogether lovely” (V.5:16 KJV) and who desires to ravish them with passionate love. God is calling forth His Church to a holy passion for Him.

The objective of this course is to edify and inspire those who would like:

- To have a deeper and more intimate relationship with God.

- Greater insight and understanding of what it really means to be complete in Christ.

- Greater insight and understanding of what it really means to be loved by God.

Benefits

The student will:

- Gain fresh revelation of God’s character and nature as well as His love and beauty.

- Grow in understanding the purpose of God's difficult dealings.

- Experience spiritual, emotional, and physical healing.

The course will be taught in sessions over an 8 to 10-week period, allowing +- 45 minutes for instruction and +- 30 minutes for worship and personal ministry.

Series/Class Goals

To Educate And Sharpen The Understanding Of What It Means To Be A Christian

“If the ax is dull and its edge is unsharpened, more strength is needed. But skill will bring success.” (Ecclesiastes 10:10)

To Stimulate Growth As A Disciple

“Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge.” (Proverbs 18:15 NLT)

To Procreate Future Christians And Encourage Fulfilling The First Commandment And Great Commission

“Let us not get tired of doing what is right, for after a while we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't get discouraged and give up." (Galatians 6:9 LB)

TABLE OF SERIES CONTENTS

PREFACE

NOTABLE QUOTES

INTRODUCTION

THE BRIDAL PARADIGM

CHAPTERS

1. The Bride Confesses Her Love

2. The Rose of Sharon

3. The Bride's Dream

4. The Beloved Admires His Bride’s Beauty

5. The Bride Searches for Her Beloved

6. Together In the Garden of Love

7. The Passion of God Revealed

8. Longing for Her Beloved

CONCLUSION

PREFACE

God’s very essence is love (1 John 4:7-10). He has always been love, even before He created humanity. He has always sought to have a close relationship with us. Human Beings were made for this love. The entire story of humanity is wrapped up within it. Love is why humans were created, and love is their eternal destiny. This truth is taught throughout Scripture, beginning with Adam in the Garden of Eden.

When God created Adam, He said to him, "I will make a partner suitable to you" (Genesis 2:18). God was declaring the hidden purpose of His heart from eternity past, the mystery of the ages. The Holy Spirit reveals that this promise ultimately speaks of Jesus and the Church (See Ephesians 5:25-6:1).

The Triune God proved He is love by sending Jesus to walk among us and die in our place (John 3:16). He now reaches out in tender affection with nail-pierced hands both purely and intimately.

Sadly, many are not yet able to experience the fundamental reality that God loves and enjoys them. Some would argue that He could not possibly be in love with them. What a person believes about God is the most important thing contained in their mind. It affects everything about them.

For too many people, God seems remote, impersonal, and unknowable. Because of that, many suffer from an inability to feel forgiven, nagged by doubt and mistrust of Him. A dysfunctional picture of God results in a dysfunctional way of praying. Jesus revealed this truth; "Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead?" asked Jesus. "Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him" (Luke 11:11-13).

Those who had an Earthly father who was never around when they needed him or have experienced trauma, abuse, or extreme discipline will have a very difficult time pursuing an intimate relationship with the heavenly Father.

Love Defined

The Bible speaks of "agape" and "phileo" love. "Agape" has been defined as a self-sacrificial love committed to the highest good. It is a love that is not dependent on emotions. Without it, no one could be saved (John 3:16). With "Agape" love, God set aside His wrath against humanity and received the sacrifice of Jesus' blood as the propitiation for our sin.

"Phileo" love is best defined as tender affection, love from the emotions in a person’s soul. It is that kind of love that responds to love from another. It is the love of true friends, the love of a child for his parents or another child, and the love between a husband and wife.