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?

Love Is Winning

Posted on September 12, 2017 by billtonnis

In the midst of suffering…a Great Compassion is sustaining everything. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 6:17-18 A great crowd of his disciples and a large number of the people from all … Continue reading →

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Breathe

Posted on September 11, 2017 by billtonnis

A sacred peace is available in each moment. (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 62:6 My soul, be at rest in God alone, from whom comes my hope. +++ What if each … Continue reading →

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Have Faith

Posted on September 8, 2017 by billtonnis

If we trust and persevere…tragedies are transformed to triumphs. (Listen to my song “Heal Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Romans 8:28 We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according … Continue reading →

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Let Love Lead You

Posted on September 7, 2017 by billtonnis

To live a fulfilling life…requires growth and change. (Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 5:11 When they brought their boats to the shore, they left everything and followed him. +++ … Continue reading →

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Purpose in Life

Posted on September 6, 2017 by billtonnis

How are you being called to make the world a more compassionate place? (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 4:42-43 At daybreak, Jesus left and went to a deserted place. The crowds went looking for … Continue reading →

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Rest

Posted on September 5, 2017 by billtonnis

When times get tough…know that God infinitely loves you. (Listen to my song “I Will Give You Rest” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom do I fear? +++ Jesus … Continue reading →

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Wholeness

Posted on September 1, 2017 by billtonnis

Be the unique instrument of God’s love that only you can. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 1 Thessalonians 4:7 For God did not call us to impurity but to holiness. +++ … Continue reading →

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Now Is the Time

Posted on August 31, 2017 by billtonnis

God’s Love envelopes you the moment you ask. (Listen to my song “Turn Off the Noise” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 24:42 “Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.” +++ These … Continue reading →

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Living Praise

Posted on August 24, 2017 by billtonnis

When you are being yourself…you are giving glory to God. (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 145:10 All your works give you thanks, O Lord, and your faithful bless you. +++ … Continue reading →

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Be Thankful

Posted on August 23, 2017 by billtonnis

God’s love is gratuitous and extravagant. (Listen to my song “God Is” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 20:15-16 “Are you envious because I am generous? Thus, the last will be first, and the first will be last.” +++ In … Continue reading →

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