MAY THE FRAGRANCE of Jesus fill this place. (Men)
May the fragrance of Jesus fill this place. (Women)
May the fragrance of Jesus fill this place. (Men)
Lovely fragrance of Jesus, (Women)
Rising from the sacrifice (All)
Of lives laid down in adoration.
May the glory of Jesus fill His church. (Men)
May the glory of Jesus fill His church. (Women)
May the glory of Jesus fill His church. (Men)
Radiant glory of Jesus, (Women)
Shining from our faces (All)
As we gaze in adoration.
May the beauty of Jesus fill my life. (Men)
May the beauty of Jesus fill my life. (Women)
May the beauty of Jesus fill my life. (Men)
Perfect beauty of Jesus, (Women)
Fill my thoughts, my words, my deeds, (All)
My all I give in adoration.
Song Meaning
The hymn prays that Jesus’ presence would be evident in a church’s sacrificial worship, radiant faces, and ordinary words and deeds.
Biblical Message
2 Corinthians 2:14–15 uses fragrance as a picture of Christ made known; 2 Corinthians 3:18 describes believers being transformed as they behold His glory.
Reflection
Ask whether your words and actions carry the kindness you sing about.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “May The Fragrance”?
The hymn prays that Jesus’ presence would be evident in a church’s sacrificial worship, radiant faces, and ordinary words and deeds.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
2 Corinthians 2:14–15 uses fragrance as a picture of Christ made known; 2 Corinthians 3:18 describes believers being transformed as they behold His glory.
When can this song be used in worship?
Dedication and congregational prayer.