Marion Stroud: Which of the five senses brings back your memories most sharply?
For me it is definitely the sense...
of smell. A certain kind of sun oil takes me instantly to a French beach. The smell of chicken mash brings back childhood visits to my grandmother.
A hint of pine says "Christmas," and a certain kind of aftershave reminds me of my son's teenage years.
Paul reminded the Corinthians that they were the aroma of Christ:
"For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ"
(2 Cor. 2:15).
He may have been referring to Roman victory parades. The Romans made sure everyone knew they had been the victors, the aroma was pleasing; for the prisoners it meant certain slavery or death.
So as believers, we are victorious soldiers. And when the gospel of Christ is preached, it is a pleasing fragrance to God.
As the aroma of Christ, what perfumes do Christians bring with them as they walk into a room?
It's not something that can be bought in a bottle or a jar. When we spend a lot of time with someone, we begin to think and act like that person.
Spending time with Jesus will help us spread a pleasing fragrance to those around us. Marion Stroud
"Lord, please shape my thoughts and actions
so people may sense that I have been with You.
When we walk with God, people will notice."
(ODB 4/29/16)
On the Surprising Physical and Mental Health Benefits of Forgiveness by
Today’s Bible verse-
(Is. 52:7 NIV) "How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, thy God reigns!"
"A prayerless church member is a hindrance. HE is in the body like a rotting bone or a decayed tooth. Before long, since HE does not contribute to the benefit of his brethren, HE will become a danger and a sorrow to them. Neglect of private prayer is the locust which devours the strength of the church." Charles Spurgeon
If it's true that when we spend a lot of time with someone, we begin to think and act like them, maybe we should consider who it is we spend time with...
Our question today-
As we're the aroma of Christ, what perfume do you bring with you when you walk into a room?
Upcoming posts-
~My vacation~
6/5- Sunday evening's post by Dave Branon
#45 Summary of Prayer Passion 7th- Tuesday's post by Dr. Wesley L. Duewel
#46 How to Develop Prayer Passion 9th- Thursday's post by Dr. Wesley L. Duewel
What Really Matters When Your World's Burning Down 11th- Saturday's post by Ronald P. Hutchcraft
The Names of God Joe Stowell - The names of God... describe is magnificent characteristics. God is so wonderfully multifaceted that He has many names that communicate His capabilities and character. To name a few, He is:..."
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