July 2025 - Brenda H. Price

Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:15 (KJV)

15 Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes.

The Song of Solomon has been one of the most misunderstood books of Scripture. Perhaps it is because it is the only book of Scripture which the main plot is about human love and marriage. Solomon wrote under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit to show God’s immeasurable love for Israel, the Church, and His people. At first glance, this passage of scripture is a beautiful and poetic love story—but nestled within its rich imagery is a powerful spiritual truth, especially in this short verse.

As we see all throughout the bible, metaphors are used to help the reader better understand the concept and the main points being taught. Of course, Solomon is not speaking of foxes in the literal sense, but rather symbolic of things that can negatively impact a relationship, especially the marriage relationship, and our relationship with the Father.

There are many examples of “Little Foxes”, such as mistrust, jealousy, unforgiveness, and any sins that can erode the foundation of love. Therefore, Solomon’s plea is to be watchful and strive to catch the foxes and to protect our relationship against such forces so love can flow and flourish.

“Catch for us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards—our vineyards that are in bloom.”
— Song of Solomon 2:15 (NIV)

If we apply this verse to the Christian life, we as believers must be vigilant against every sin that can hinder our relationship with Christ.

🍇 The Vineyard: A Picture of Relationship and Growth

In biblical symbolism, a vineyard often represents a place of growth, fruitfulness, and intimacy—both in romantic love and in our walk with God. When the text says the vineyards are “in bloom,” it suggests that something beautiful is developing: a new relationship, a deepening love, or a flourishing season in our spiritual life.

But then come the foxes.

🦊 The Little Foxes: Small Things That Cause Big Damage

Foxes in vineyards were known to gnaw at the vines, trample blossoms, and spoil the fruit. They were subtle, not always easy to see, but incredibly destructive if left unchecked.

Spiritually, these “little foxes” can be anything that slowly undermines your growth:

• Small compromises
• Lingering bitterness
• Unspoken insecurities
• Distractions that steal your time with God
• Doubts that chip away at your faith
• Unhealthy patterns in your relationships

They’re not always obvious, but they have a way of sabotaging your spiritual and emotional vineyard—especially when you're on the verge of something beautiful.

🛑 What Does It Mean to “Catch” Them?

The verse is a call to action: identify, confront, and remove anything that threatens your growth or your intimacy with God (or others). It takes intentionality to catch a fox. You need to:

• Be aware of what’s stealing your peace or passion
• Be honest about what’s unhealthy
• Be proactive in setting boundaries or making changes

This might mean having a hard conversation, cutting off a toxic habit, or simply taking your prayer life seriously again.

Your vineyard matters.
Whether it’s your relationship with God, your emotional health, or your calling—if it’s starting to bloom, the enemy will try to send little foxes to spoil it.

So, take this verse as a gentle but firm invitation:
🔍Examine your life.
🧹Clean out what’s creeping in.
🌱Protect what God is growing in you.

Because small foxes can ruin what was meant to be a fruitful harvest—but with God’s help, you can catch them before they do.