Stand out from the crowd

Scripture: Song of Solomon 2 Key Verse: 2:2-3a
Like a lily among thorns, so is my true love among the young women. Like an apple tree among the trees in the forest, so is my beloved among the young men.

Objective:
A love song/poem between Solomon and his lover.

Application:
The back and forth style of this poem is a vision of two young lovers singing about each other. The poem is a great example of the poetic literature of the Bible. The ample use of similes and metaphors are a clear indication that this book is not to be taken literally. However there is still much that can be learned from the words in this book.

What I learn from the selected passage above is that your true love must stand out from the crowd, like a lily among thorns, or a apple tree among pine trees or such. This is the way it should be. The problem is at times especially later into marriage we forget how much our significant other stood out to us. We must remember these times and lean upon them in order to get through the tough times that may come.

Prayer:
God thank you for my wife and family. Please never let me take them for granted. Help me t remember the courtship process and the moments of kid cuteness, in order that I press forward during the difficult times. Help us as christ Followers be examples of good marriage skills, not perfect, but willing to work things out.