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?

Eternal Wealth

Posted on October 23, 2017 by billtonnis

Love is the greatest treasure. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 12:15 “Take care to guard against all greed, for though one may be rich, one’s life does not consist of possessions.” … Continue reading →

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Let the Joy Rise

Posted on October 20, 2017 by billtonnis

We are all immersed in Amazing Grace. (Listen to my song “Let the Joy Rise” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 12:6-7 “Are not five sparrows sold for two small coins? Yet not one of them has escaped the notice … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on October 19, 2017 by billtonnis

God speaks in the silence. (Listen to my song “Turn Off the Noise” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 130:5 I wait with longing for the Lord, my soul waits for his word. +++ The act…or should I say non-act…of “waiting” … Continue reading →

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We Are Called

Posted on October 18, 2017 by billtonnis

Be messengers of mercy, healing and restoration. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 10:8-9 “Whatever town you enter and they welcome you, eat what is set before you, cure the sick in it … Continue reading →

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Awe and Wonder

Posted on October 17, 2017 by billtonnis

We are part of a Divine masterpiece in progress. (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 19:2 The heavens declare the glory of God; the sky proclaims its builder’s craft. +++ A … Continue reading →

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Divine Harmony

Posted on October 16, 2017 by billtonnis

Be your unique self with joy. (Listen to my song “Sing a New Song” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 98:1 Sing a new song to the Lord, who has done marvelous deeds. +++ Every morning birds wake up and start … Continue reading →

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Mercy Reigns CD Release Concert

Posted on October 15, 2017 by billtonnis

Hello to all my blog followers! I’m trying to raise the funds to cover the $1500 cost of my CD Release Concert coming up on November 12th here in Cincinnati. Mercy Reigns is my 4th album of inspirational, Christian-based music … Continue reading →

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One Human Family

Posted on October 13, 2017 by billtonnis

What if we all tried to be channels of God’s peace? (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:23 “Whoever does not gather with me scatters.” +++ When Jesus was physically on this earth, … Continue reading →

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You Are Precious

Posted on October 12, 2017 by billtonnis

Love is the Source that breathed all things into existence. (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:13 “If you then, who are wicked, know how to give good gifts to your children, … Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on October 11, 2017 by billtonnis

Just a reminder that God is Love. (Listen to my song “How Wonderful to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 86:5 Lord, you are kind and forgiving, most loving to all who call on you. +++ When you … Continue reading →

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