Kim K. Francis - His Banner over Me Is Pursuing Love: An Intimate, Interactive Study of the Song of Solomon, Chapters 1 and 2

This book called me to deeper, more passionate love for our Bridegroom. With intensive research, thoughtful insights and personal experience, Kim Francis makes the Song of Songs come alive. Using contemporary examples ranging from do not disturb signs and overdrawn checking accounts, she makes application to this timeless, and often overlooked, portion of Scripture. The book also provides diagrams, study questions, and book and song resources.

Latayne C. Scott, award-winning author

A beautifully crafted, in-depth study of the Song of Solomon. A gifted mentor and writer, Kim Francis weaves relatable examples with biblical truths to bring deeper insights into this ultimate love story. I highly recommend this study for those who long for and are ready to seek deeper intimacy with Christ.

Carla Stewart, award-winning author of Chasing Lilacs and Stardust

Learning how to receive and experience Gods relentless pursuing love is the greatest life-transforming truth we can embrace. His Banner over Me Is Pursuing Love is the most thorough teaching I have ever read on the Song of Solomon from a New Covenant perspective. Kim Francis has written a masterpiece that invites us all to receive, believe, and be transformed by Gods pursuing love.

Donald Campbell, Operation 220 Executive Director

His Banner over Me is Pursuing Love by Kim K. Francis is a very different approach to the Song of Solomon. The author digs deeper than most scholars in that the words are not only between the lovers named in the book, but between the King of Kings and those who love Him and seek after Him. I appreciate the research of Jewish tradition and other sources that bring the Scriptures to our modern-day minds. When you read/study this book, prepare to dig deep and perhaps learn some things about yourself as well as Jesus.

Elaine Littau, author, speaker, humorist (Christian fiction, devotionals, and situational humor)

I see this as a tender, thought-provoking book in which statements are continually backed up by Scripture. Because of this book, I feel compelled as the bride of Christ to deepen my spiritual union with Him in bearing the fruit of His Spirit. I am challenged to love Him, others, and myself more, the latter being the hardest to do. I am moved by the books poignant reminders, like how Christ uses my pain as persuasion that I might turn to Him for soothing, or that He jumps for joy over me because I am His! I started to say, Imagine! Someone like me belongs to someone like Him, but the book candidly stresses that if I keep seeing myself as who I once was, it prevents me from living like who I am now in Him. Finally, my understanding of difficult spiritual concepts is facilitated by the books vivid analogies. My heart is stronger because of this read!

Sandy Haney, Christian non-fiction author of And the Award Goes to She Who Shed Hypocrisy and Sand Crab Sentiments: A Tide Pool of Poetry

Kim Francis brings an inspirational, allegorical approach to the Song of Solomon and provides insight into the fervent love of Christ for His bride, the church. I admire the way she has woven current examples, music and movie references throughout the study to present undeniable truths in a way that are relatable and relevant. This well-researched study can be used as written, or as I enjoyed it, in smaller chunks to let those truths soak in a bit. An incredible journey into Scripture that you will not want to miss!

Linda Boswell, pastors wife, mom, illustrator (Green Grass, Still Waters)

Kim reveals from this study of the Song of Solomon and her own experience the truth that Jesus is in love with us and He wants us to personally experience His love. This in-depth study lays bare the revelation of I am Jesus one and only true love. Get this book and enjoy diving deep into Jesus extravagant love for you.

Julie Morris, Operation 220 Administrator

Kim has written a book that gives a beautiful visual picture of the love that is ours in Christ. The way she takes apart the story of the Song of Solomon is transforming. She is a prolific, theologically sound and grace-filled writer that I will be happy to recommend for years to come. As a result of my reading this book, I will forever be changed.

Wynema Clark, co-founder and director of NewCovenantforHousewives.com

Intimacy. Gentleness. Passion. Romance. These are just a few of the qualities of Jesus (our Bridegroom) that I experienced in these pages. I love Kims approach to this Old Testament book. Here you will find a personalized love story, not just about the King and the Shulammite maiden, but between Christ and His bridewhich is you and me! By diving deeply into the meanings of the Jewish customs and symbols contained in these verses, she enhances their significance to us. But most meaningful is how the essential truth of both our new identity in Christ and the sweet and loving nature of God are woven throughout this book. Kim lovingly paints for us a new picture of this old story.

Lori Fry, author of Grace in Brokenness: Hearing Gods Heart in Divorce

and certified biblical life coach and counselor at Scope Ministries, International