'A fragrant influence
A fragrant influence and a loving, helpful ministry
Some people like to gather beautiful things into their homes — paintings, sculptures, rare things from foreign lands, objects of interest and attractiveness.
Some pride themselves on the elegance of their furniture and the fineness of the decorations in their houses.
But in no other way can the Christian bring into his home so much beauty, so much joy and comfort, so much true peace — as by making Christ his abiding guest.
No matter how quietly Jesus enters, the neighbors will soon know it, and they will also get the benefit and blessing of it.
For from a home where Christ abides, there always go forth a fragrant influence and a loving, helpful ministry .