Alter of Incense

Ex 30:1-12

Incense is a visual and smell reminder of prayer. The rising up, the sweet smell; the prayers continue day and night in the same way that the lamps bear their light. In the midst of dramatic, sacrificial carnage, the gentle yet steady droning of the prayers of the faithful.

It’s a subtle power; constancy in prayer. Like an aroma that won’t go away, it becomes part of the milieu. Perhaps sometimes taken for granted, its absence would be immediately missed. Its non-presence would signal that something is not right.

Pray today like you intend to hear from God – that you are willing to be moved by what you hear.