Spiritual Emission
Spiritual Emission Introduction Have you ever noticed that a man moves with a certain kind of atmosphere? It could be attractive or repelling, peaceful or disturbing, and it’s not always about how he looks. Imagine a person who goes to the bathroom, applies the most expensive perfumes, wears designer clothes, and yet, everywhere he goes, he faces rejection, criticism, and contempt. On the other hand, someone who pays little attention to outward appearance—maybe doesn’t even wear deodorant—walks into a room and receives love, respect, and admiration. Confusing, right? Even though the world often detest those walking in the path of Christ, there’s something deeper that influences how people treat one another. There is an invisible force that flows from the heart of a person and affects everything and everyone around them. Picture this: A baby Playing with a snake A baby can play with a large snake, even ride on its back. The snake doesn’t hiss, doesn’t coil to strike—it simply lets the baby be. But now imagine a grown man stumbling upon the same snake. That would be war. Rocks would fly. Sticks would swing. Either the snake dies, or the man gets bitten. So, why the difference? The baby’s heart is clean—no fear, no hatred, no sense of threat. The snake senses this innocence and stays calm. This takes us back to the Garden of Eden. When man lived in peace with God, all of creation responded with peace. The lion was tame. The earth yielded its fruit. But once sin entered man’s heart, everything changed. Fear, guilt, shame, and confusion spread through him like poison. The lion he once named could now see him as prey. Why? Because something in man had changed—and that something began emitting an atmosphere that disturbed peace. Guard Your Heart The Bible tells us clearly: “Guard your heart with all diligence, for out of it flow the issues of life” (Proverbs 4:23). That means your heart is a powerful fountain, releasing either good or toxic spiritual emissions. Think about many family issues today. A woman cries, “He doesn’t love me anymore. I’ve tried everything—new clothes, perfumes—but nothing works.” Or a man says, “She no longer respects me, no matter what I do.” It becomes a tiresome cycle of dressing up the outside while ignoring the inside. People don’t stop to check their own hearts—they just want to fix others. This is the root of self-centeredness. James 4:1 asks, “What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you?” Conflict begins inside. Peace or war begins in the heart before it ever shows on the outside. Esau and Jacob: A Tale of Two Hearts Esau was the firstborn, strong and favored by his father. But something was off in his heart. He despised his birthright for a mere bowl of stew (Genesis 25:29-34). Later, he made decisions that broke his parents’ hearts. His actions revealed an unclean spiritual emission. Jacob, on the other hand, had his flaws, but there was something spiritually different about him—God’s blessing. When Isaac kissed Jacob, thinking he was Esau, the Bible says in Genesis 27:27, “Ah, the smell of my son is like the smell of a field that the Lord has blessed.” Isaac blessed him because the presence of the Lord was already upon him. Sometimes, the state of a person’s heart can be traced back to their roots. Esau’s behavior may have been influenced by the family’s spiritual history—traces of idol worship passed through generations. Just like Cain, who killed his brother Abel. Cain’s darkness didn’t appear overnight. It had some connection from the disobedience of his parents, Adam and Eve. The Good News: A New Heart in Christ Here’s the beauty of the gospel: Jesus came to change all that. He came to heal our hearts and give us peace with God again. The world may reject you, but when God accepts you, nothing else matters. 2 Corinthians 2:15 says, “For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.” When your heart is filled with Christ, you emit a spiritual fragrance that touches others. Even if some still reject you, your presence carries peace. Like a pleasant scent, the life and message of a believer bring healing, hope, and joy. Let the Word of God fill your heart. Let His truth wash away every trace of bitterness, insecurity, fear, and shame. The fragrance of Christ will overpower the stench of the world. Conclusion You want peace? Let the peace of God fill your heart.You want joy? Let the joy of the Lord overflow within you.You want acceptance and respect? Let Christ radiate through your thoughts, words, and actions. Your heart is powerful. It speaks even when your mouth is silent. It emits a spiritual fragrance, either sweet or sour. Choose today to walk in Christ and release the aroma of heaven. The state of your heart influences not just your life, but everything and everyone around you. So guard your heart, carry Christ, and let your life smell like a garden the Lord has blessed.