Pleasing Aromas

Leviticus has become one of the books I most enjoy studying and reading since I did B90Days last year.   I found myself fascinated by the many sacrifices and rituals necessary for restored relationship with God … and so thankful for the grace that now covers our sins and offers us wholeness through Christ.

Last week, as I read through Leviticus again for B90Days, I noticed a phrase that I followed:  “an aroma pleasing to the Lord.”

Time and again the sacrifices produced this pleasing aroma.

And, though I know we are not “supposed” to leap ahead while we follow the B90Days plan, I have to confess I did … right to this verse:

Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ.  He loved us and offered Himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God. Ephesians 5:2 NLT

I love how all of Scripture … from start to finish points us to Christ, the Beginning and End.

Today, I’m blending my B90Days recap with my continued counting as I contemplate the beautiful gifts in my life:

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• family movie night
• unexpected days out of school
• new insights into favorite Scriptures
• Daddy – daughter date nights
• an evening alone
• phone calls to catch up with dear friends
• encouraging others who are doing B90Days
• hearing how Scripture Dig has been a blessing
• praying for my brother
• finding the perfect gift for my soon-to-be 11 year-old’s birthday
• puppy antics
• comfort foods
• family game night