Author Archives: billtonnis

About billtonnis

Child of God, Pastoral Minister, Chaplain, Music Minister, Jail Minister, singer-songwriter, author, activist, former radio news anchor, imperfect follower of Jesus inspired by God's unconditional love, proud uncle... what else is there?

Let Go and Live

Posted on December 8, 2017 by billtonnis

Let it be done to me. (Listen to my song “Let It Be Done to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) (Sample and/or purchase my songs on iTunes by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 1:38 Mary said, “Behold, I am the … Continue reading →

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Contemplation and Action

Posted on December 7, 2017 by billtonnis

We are all called to make this a more compassionate and just world. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) (Sample and/or purchase my songs on iTunes by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 7:24 “Everyone who … Continue reading →

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Homeward Bound

Posted on December 6, 2017 by billtonnis

God’s love never fails…so hold on to faith. (Listen to my song “Love Will Always Lead You Home” on YouTube by clicking HERE) (Sample and/or purchase my songs on iTunes by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 23:3-4 You guide me along … Continue reading →

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The Power of Peace

Posted on December 5, 2017 by billtonnis

What would Jesus do? (Please listen to my song “Salvation” on YouTube by clicking HERE) (Sample and/or purchase my songs on iTunes by clicking HERE) +++ Isaiah 11:4 He shall strike the ruthless with the rod of his mouth, and with … Continue reading →

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Let It Be Done to Me

Posted on December 4, 2017 by billtonnis

When we empty ourselves…new life rises. (Listen to my song “Let It Be Done to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 8:5-8 When Jesus entered Capernaum, a centurion approached him and appealed to him, saying, “Lord, my servant … Continue reading →

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Cultivate Love

Posted on December 1, 2017 by billtonnis

May all our actions be life-giving. (Listen to the song of the day “Shall We Sing” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 21:29-31 Jesus told his disciples a parable. “Consider the fig tree and all the other trees. When … Continue reading →

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Shine the Light of Love

Posted on November 30, 2017 by billtonnis

May each of us be a reflection of Good News. (Listen to my song “May I Be Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Romans 10:14-15 How can they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how can … Continue reading →

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Blessings Abound

Posted on November 29, 2017 by billtonnis

When you are yourself…the universe rejoices. (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Daniel 3:62-65 Sun and moon, bless the Lord; Stars of heaven, bless the Lord; Every shower and dew, bless the … Continue reading →

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Glory to God

Posted on November 28, 2017 by billtonnis

Eternal Love is making all things new. (Listen to my song “How Magnificent, Wondrous and Glorious” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Daniel 3:57 Bless the Lord, all you works of the Lord, praise and exalt him above all forever. … Continue reading →

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Pour Me Out

Posted on November 27, 2017 by billtonnis

Letting go is the key to an abundant life. (Listen to the song of the day “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 21:1-3 When Jesus looked up he saw some wealthy people putting their offerings into … Continue reading →

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