The stench of sin

Isaiah 3-5

Our lives give off an aroma. Each deed, thought, and word have a distinctive influence upon the spiritual atmosphere around us. The Bible describes the effect our lives have upon God’s sense of smell. Of immoral women, the prophet said, “Instead of perfume there will be a stench.” [Is. 3:24a NRSV]

The aroma of a person’s life is not determined by their cologne but by their demeanor.

But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us spreads and makes evident everywhere the sweet fragrance of the knowledge of Him. [2 Cor. 2:14 AMP]

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