12/15/13 Song of Solomon 1:14 You Are Planted in God's Vineyard

 

Song of Solomon 1:14 (NAS)

 "My beloved is to me a cluster of henna blossoms In the vineyards of Engedi."

 

           Song of Solomon 1:14 (NIVUS)

My lover is to me a cluster of henna blossoms from the vineyards of En Gedi.

 
You are Adonai's beloved and friend.  He regards you highly.  To Him, you are as a great cluster of henna blossoms, with a soothing and yet stimulating fragrance.  The Lord finds great satisfaction in you.  He ransomed you from and atoned for your sins. He extended His mercy to you; you are now forgiven and cleansed. You are pardoned and reconciled.  Death has been satisfied through the sacrifice of the Almighty's only begotten Son.
 
You have been planted in the Most High's garden and vineyard, where there is always increase.  When He looks over the landscape, His eye always falls on you, for you are like a beautiful flowing fountain. God is content with what He sees in you; He bestows His favor on you.  You are well-pleasing to Him, for you are His beloved and friend.

 

 

(Originally written 6/8/06)