At this time of the year there are two extreme fragrances in the air.  One is the refreshing wind of fruit blossoms, while the other is the stuff they spread - YUCK!

Like the Spring, we often wonder if we have used ENOUGH deoderant or if we have that lingering.....you know - especially when we go to the gym!  What about while we are in the office, grocery store, or walking in the sunshine?

Everywhere we go our own special fragrance follows.  If we have been spending time in the Word of God and in prayer, we are more likely to be kind, courteous, loving towards our fellow man - a beautiful aromatic scent.  This often will open doors to speak about the reasons for our hope, our fulfillment in life, OUR LORD.

Contrarily, if we have been neglecting our time of devotions, and church attendance, we tend to have a different odour about us - we are sharp with our children or spouse, we grumble more at the boss and our job, we are quick tempered in the shopping mart and rarely smile invitingly at those we meet.  Don't kid yourself - people know you claim to be a believer...a Christian - they are checking out the aroma that follows you.

Here's a thought, instead of neglecting the Lord because of LIFE, LIBERTY, AND STUFF [which will only leave the odour of a freshly spread field....spend extra time with the Lord and His people.  When the going gets tough, the tough go to: the WORD, Prayer, and church!  This will ensure that we are leaving the hint of orange or apple blossom.

As the air is being permeated with the blossoms of Spring, reflect on the scent that you are leaving behind....

Have a great Day!

Pastor Brent.

He is Risen!