What's That Smell?

This morning I was reading my Bible and came across a verse that really made an impression on me. 2 Corinthians 2:14-15 says, "But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession to Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him. For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing." After reading these verses, I was hit with the thought, what aroma does my life spread? What kind of a fragrance do I give off? Some days, I will confess, I give off the aroma of a rotten tuna fish sandwich with my bad attitudes and grumblings! That is not a pleasant smell to anyone and instead of attracting people to Christ, has them running in the opposite direction. My heart's desire, and what I am constantly working towards, is to give off a sweet smell of peace and contentment, of joy and love. Just like the smell of a fresh apple pie hot out of the oven. It omits a wonderful smell that comforts, draws people in and makes them hungry for a piece!