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?

Listen

Posted on October 10, 2017 by billtonnis

Before taking action…what if we took a moment of silent reflection? (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 10:41-42 The Lord said to her in reply, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and … Continue reading →

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Have Faith

Posted on October 9, 2017 by billtonnis

If you are struggling…know that a Great Love will deliver you. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Jonah 2:3 Out of my distress I called to the Lord, and he answered me; From … Continue reading →

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Love Never Fails

Posted on October 6, 2017 by billtonnis

Forgiveness heals, restores and transforms. (Listen to my song “God Is” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Baruch 1:21-22 For we did not heed the voice of the Lord, our God, in all the words of the prophets whom he … Continue reading →

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Work for Oneness

Posted on October 5, 2017 by billtonnis

Love seeks to include. (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 and say to … Continue reading →

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Action Required

Posted on October 4, 2017 by billtonnis

Beliefs are meaningless without action. (Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:59-60 And to another Jesus said, “Follow me.” But he replied, “Lord, let me go first and bury my father.” But … Continue reading →

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Restoration – Not Revenge

Posted on October 3, 2017 by billtonnis

Respond to hate with both compassion and conviction for justice. (Listen to my song “Salvation” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:52-55 Jesus sent messengers ahead of him. On the way they entered a Samaritan village to prepare for … Continue reading →

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Grace Is Free

Posted on October 2, 2017 by billtonnis

The Unconditional Love of God is always available if you accept it. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 18:3 “Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you … Continue reading →

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Attitude of Gratitude

Posted on September 29, 2017 by billtonnis

Know that an Eternal Love holds you. (Listen to my song “Give Praise and Thanks” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 138:1 I thank you, Lord, with all my heart. +++ Stop. Take a deep breath. Take a few … Continue reading →

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Big Picture

Posted on September 28, 2017 by billtonnis

When all the bickering is over…all that will matter is how well you loved. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Haggai 1:6 You have eaten, but have not been satisfied; … Continue reading →

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Be the Gospel

Posted on September 27, 2017 by billtonnis

Are you an agent of peace and harmony or dissension and division? (Listen to my song “Salvation” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:2 Jesus sent them to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. +++ … Continue reading →

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