What practical steps can deepen your relationship, inspired by Song of Solomon 7:11? Exploring the Verse “Come, my beloved, let us go to the countryside; let us spend the night among the wildflowers.” (Songs 7:11) Seeing the Heartbeat • “Come” – an intentional invitation. • “My beloved” – language of exclusive devotion. • “Let us go” – movement together, not apart. • “Countryside… night” – unhurried, undistracted time. The verse paints a picture of lovers eagerly planning time away to cultivate intimacy. Applied to deepening a relationship—whether with a spouse or, by extension, with the Lord who calls His people His bride (Ephesians 5:25-27; Revelation 19:7)—the pattern is clear: intentional invitation, shared presence, and focused time. Practical Ways to Say “Come” • Schedule regular getaways—weekly date nights, monthly day trips, yearly retreats. • Turn off devices to remove digital noise (Psalm 46:10). • Use affectionate names; renew verbal affirmation (Proverbs 16:24). Moving Together • Choose activities you both enjoy: walks, serving others, worship gatherings. • Read Scripture side by side; alternate reading aloud (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). • Pray aloud for each other’s specific needs, thanking God for visible growth. Creating Undistracted Space • Set a “Sabbath evening” each week: cook together, linger at the table, share highs and lows. • Practice silence together for five minutes, then share what God brought to mind (Psalm 62:1). • Camp or picnic in nature; let creation stir worship and conversation (Romans 1:20). Staying Overnight among the Wildflowers • End the day by recounting evidences of grace you saw in one another (Philippians 1:3-5). • Read a psalm before sleep; let God’s Word frame rest (Psalm 4:8). • Guard bedtime from conflict-fueling media; protect it as sacred space (Ephesians 4:26-27). Keeping the Invitation Alive • Place reminders (notes, calendar alerts, scripture cards) that say “Come.” • Celebrate follow-through: thank each other after every intentional time together (1 Thessalonians 5:11). • Adjust as seasons change—children, work demands, health—never surrender the pursuit (Songs 2:16). Consistent, purposeful invitations to be together—modeled in Songs 7:11—build trust, joy, and spiritual unity, drawing hearts closer to one another and to the Lord who designed such intimacy. |
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