The sweetness of orange blossoms, tiny lilies of the valley, or soothing lavender their delicate fragrances bring joy to the senses as they permeate the air. A whiff may bring back memories of childhood, dear old Grandma, or a favorite seaside vacation. Smells, like sights, tastes and sounds, have the power to release a range of emotions. God hard-wired humans with this wonderful sense to help us fully enjoy the world around us. It seems he too, is partial to fragrance. He asked Moses to mix up a special scented oil with which to anoint people, and sacred items, for his service. Recently, at the end of a worship service, the visiting pastor called everyone forward who wished to receive an anointing of this sort. Three long lines appeared quickly, with those desiring a closer, more power-filled walk with God. The oil he used was light and reminiscent of spices, it lingered for hours. Those I came in contact with surely detected it ever so subtlety. When we apply costly perfume, it wafts around us for a time, but when we are touched by God’s anointing oil it is absorbed into our souls. Let your sweetness fill the airspace around you on a daily basis. “But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him.” 2 Corinthians 2:14.
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