When We Come

 

Textual Source: Song of Solomon 1:4, Revelation 4:1, Exodus 34

God made man for fellowship.

Throughout Scripture, we see a consistent pattern—God calling man upward, inward, and closer to Him.

He called Moses up the mountain. He called John, saying, “Come up hither,” inviting him into deeper revelation. In the Song of Solomon, we see a woman drawn into the chambers of her beloved—a picture of intimacy and pursuit. 

These moments reveal the core of God's desire—to bring man into fellowship with Himself.

But this raises an important question:

What happens when we come?

It is important to note that when God draws us into intimacy, it is always for a purpose.

When He called Moses up the mountain, the Scripture tells us that the Lord proclaimed His name (Exodus 34). In that encounter, Moses did not struggle—revelation led him into worship.

John was summoned into fellowship with God— “Come up hither” (Revelation 4:1)—and there, the Lord unveiled the mysteries of His Kingdom to him.

The young woman in the Song of Solomon, drawn into the chambers of her beloved, became aware of her own state— “I am dark…” (Song of Solomon 1:5). Intimacy brought revelation, even of herself.

In every instance, one thing is consistent: 

When we come, God takes the lead.

Fellowship is not a place of performance—it is a place of response. 

We do not come to impress God. 

We come to encounter Him. 

And in that encounter:

He reveals Himself.

He unveils His purposes.

He aligns our hearts.

He exposes what must be seen.

Dear child of God, the next time the Spirit beckons you into fellowship, you do not have to worry about what to do when you arrive. 

Just come—and let Him reveal, instruct, and transform you.

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