Playlist: Sweet Smelling Aroma (topic)
Holy for the Lord
Sermonette by Martin G. CollinsIncense symbolizes the prayers of the saints. Our offerings, as our prayers, should remain holy for the Lord, exuding a fragrant aroma.
The Sacrifices of Leviticus (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's creation, like His Word, holds multiple layers of meaning that reveal themselves upon closer examination. Among these profound teachings are the sweet savor offerings described in Leviticus, which include the burnt offering, the meal offering, and the peace offering. These offerings, distinct from the trespass and sin …
Offerings (Part Two)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of a sweet smelling aroma is central to understanding the burnt offering, which is described as a sweet savor offering, pleasing to God. This offering, characterized as a sweet aroma, indicates that it brings satisfaction to Him, in stark contrast to the sin and trespass offerings, which are not pleasing and are …
The Bond of Perfection: Sacrifice
Sermon by Bill OnisickThe concept of a sweet-smelling aroma is deeply tied to the sacrificial offerings outlined in Leviticus, specifically the burnt, grain, and peace offerings. These first three offerings, distinct from the sin and trespass offerings, were a sweet-smelling savor to God because they contained no sin and were offered in pure devotion …
Approaching God Through Christ (Part Six)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod created the sense of smell in us, as we are made in His image, and He too has the ability to smell. When Israel is distant from God and steeped in sin, it is a stench in His nostrils. However, when they repent and return to Him, fulfilling the covenant, their odor transforms into a sweet smelling aroma before Him. God …
Elements of a Thanksgiving Offering
Sermonette by Martin G. CollinsThe concept of a sweet-smelling aroma is integral to the thanksgiving offering, also known as the peace offering, as described in Leviticus 3:1-5. This offering, when burnt on the altar upon the burnt sacrifice, is described as a sweet aroma to the LORD, indicating that there is no sin involved in giving it, and therefore it is …
The Sacrifices of Leviticus (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of a sweet smelling aroma is central to the burnt offering as described in Leviticus 1, reflecting the pure devotion that is pleasing to God. The burnt offering, characterized as a sweet savor to the Lord, embodies an act of complete dedication, with no sin evident in its presentation. This offering, whether it be a …
Offerings (Part Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn the offerings described in Leviticus, the concept of a sweet-smelling aroma to the Lord emerges as a significant element, reflecting the satisfaction and contentment God experiences from the sacrifices offered to Him. In Leviticus 3:5, it is noted that Aaron's sons shall burn the peace offering on the altar upon the burnt …
The Christian Walk (Part One): In Love
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn Ephesians 5:1-7, the apostle Paul urges us to be followers of God as dear children and to walk in love, mirroring the example of Christ who loved us and gave Himself for us as an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma. This imagery conveys that when God sees His children conducting themselves in godly …
Forgiving, Giving, and Living
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsEphesians 5:1-2 instructs us to be imitators of God as dear children and to walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma. This imagery of a sweet-smelling aroma reflects the pleasing nature of Christ's sacrifice to God, symbolizing the ultimate …
Being There
Sermonette by Mike FordIn Hosea 14:6-7, we are called to have a fragrance like Lebanon, a sweet-smelling aroma that reflects our obedience and sacrifices. This scent, likened to the cedar trees and the wine of Lebanon, symbolizes the pleasing nature of our prayers and offerings to God. As described in Revelation 5:8, the prayers of the saints are as …
Approaching God Through Christ (Part Seven)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe have access to a Trailblazer, who has gone before us to show us the way. The only way can have fellowship with the Father is through Jesus Christ.