There is quite a distinction between the giving of the law and the Sermon on the Mount. Let’s compare these. The law came amidst fire and smoke, the shaking of the mountain, and quaking of the people. They said to Moses, “You speak to us, don’t let God speak to us, lest we die.” Moses … Continue reading The Law Versus The Beatitudes – 09.16.2026
Author: Charles L. Gann Sr.
Shortest Chapter In The Bible – 09.15.2026
Oh praise the Lord, all ye nations: praise him all ye people. For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the Lord endureth for ever. Praise ye the Lord. (Psalm 117:1-2)This is the shortest chapter in the Bible, but it carries a wonderful message: God is worthy of our praise. His … Continue reading Shortest Chapter In The Bible – 09.15.2026
Bring Him Your Fears, Failures, And Future – 09.14.2026
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). Life can leave us weary. The burdens of worry and sin can become heavier than we were ever meant to carry. Yet, Jesus gives us a wonderful invitation. “Come unto me!” Jesus does not say, “Get … Continue reading Bring Him Your Fears, Failures, And Future – 09.14.2026
Like A Broken Jukebox – 09.13.2026
For the past three weeks my brain has been like a broken jukebox, playing the same song over and over no matter which number you punched. I would deliberately sing another song, but when I went into idle, that song would start playing. Even when I awoke during the night, there would be that song. … Continue reading Like A Broken Jukebox – 09.13.2026
Safe In The Storm – 09.12.2026
You may have heard the story of the old Minots Ledge lighthouse. One night a fierce storm hit. There was much damage and devastation. Word spread among the town folk that the lighthouse went down. The next day the old keeper was seen on the streets of Boston. When asked about the story that the … Continue reading Safe In The Storm – 09.12.2026
Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled – 09.11.2026
The fool hath said in His heart, there is no God.” But I know that my God reigns over the nations of this world and over powers and principalities. I will never cease to praise Him. My God is Jehovah and there is no god like Jehovah. He spoke and worlds were framed. He flung … Continue reading Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled – 09.11.2026
When Life Becomes A Burden – 09.10.2026
At times, life itself becomes a burden and we are wearied over the small hill we have to climb. A slight breeze becomes a storm, and our endurance is about exhausted. ‘Tis then we need to take our griefs, pain, and sorrow, and lean them up against the Cross. Gather all your tears, carry them … Continue reading When Life Becomes A Burden – 09.10.2026
The Record Is True, But Jesus – 09.09.2026
Bury your past in the tomb of Jesus and allow no resurrection. It is certain, we can’t relive our past, can’t change our past. Our record is final. That is, until we come to Christ for forgiveness. Then those pages are torn from our book and thrown in the trash. Satan, however, is good at … Continue reading The Record Is True, But Jesus – 09.09.2026
The Place You Learn To Look Up – 09.08.2026
“Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time” (I Peter 5:6). There is a beautiful statue of our Lord in Denmark. The statue is designed so that you cannot easily see the face of Christ while standing upright. You have to bow forward and look UP … Continue reading The Place You Learn To Look Up – 09.08.2026
God’s Unmistakable Declaration Of His Love – 09.07.2026
“But God commendeth his love towards us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us”(Romans 5:8). Sometimes we may wonder ,“Does God really love me?” Our feelings can be painful, and our own failures can make us question whether we are worthy of God’s love. The answer is found not in feelings, … Continue reading God’s Unmistakable Declaration Of His Love – 09.07.2026