Song of Solomon begins with a time of courtship leading ultimately to the wedding in chapter 4.

• Awakening romantic love – Twice, we are called not to awaken love (the feelings and desires of romance) before it is time (2:7, 3:5). Why is this teaching more helpful than just “don’t do it”?  How might this teaching have helped you in the past?  If you are single, how might this teaching help you now?  Practically, what does living this out mean for you?
• Wedding – The husband comes to the wedding (3:6-11). He is enraptured with his bride (4:1-15).  Following the wedding, the marriage is consummated (4:16-5:1).  What truths does this passage speak to our culture?  The church?  You?