Use passionate words.
| posted 1/30/2009
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Song of Solomon gives an example of the sort of lavish, intimate praise that comes naturally from the lips of people who love each other deeply.
In this passage the woman extols her lover's physical attributes. If taken literally, this passage would be absurd—a man with a garden growing on his face, birds taking a bath in his eyes, legs that belong in front of a courthouse. But these are the lavish statements of love. She can't say strongly enough how he affects her.
Sexual love involves words as well as actions. Just as you are free to say anything to God in prayer, you can let go of any verbal inhibitions with your spouse. Tell your spouse how he looks and feels to you and how his body stirs you. Don't worry about overstating your case, because if you love him completely, there's no way to overstate that love. (See also Genesis 1:27-31; 1 Corinthians 7:1-5.)
Good Words to Remember:
His mouth is most sweet, yes, he is altogether lovely. This is my beloved, and this is my friend. Song of Solomon 5:16
Today's Challenge:
Are you comfortable using passionate words with your spouse?
Copyright 2003 by the author or Christianity Today International/Christian Bible Studies.
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