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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?

Big Picture

Posted on June 20, 2017 by billtonnis

God loves all unconditionally…so that we would too. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 5:43-45 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say … Continue reading →

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Be

Posted on June 19, 2017 by billtonnis

Presence dissolves all worry, regret and resentment. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” by clicking HERE) +++ 2 Corinthians 6:2 Behold, now is a very acceptable time; behold, now is the day of salvation. +++ This … Continue reading →

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Paschal Mystery

Posted on June 16, 2017 by billtonnis

Every struggle leads to new life when we trust in Love. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” by clicking HERE) +++ 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 We are afflicted in every way, but not constrained; perplexed, but not driven to despair; … Continue reading →

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Building Bridges

Posted on June 15, 2017 by billtonnis

What if repairing all relationships was a top priority? (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 5:23-24 “Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar, and there recall that your brother has anything … Continue reading →

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Rejoice!

Posted on June 14, 2017 by billtonnis

God is love and love never fails…which is great news! (Listen to my song “Lift Up Our Voices” by clicking HERE) +++ 2 Corinthians 3:4 Such confidence we have through Christ toward God. +++ St. Paul knew the love of … Continue reading →

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Shine

Posted on June 13, 2017 by billtonnis

Share God’s love. (Listen to my song “May I Be Light” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 5:14-15 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put … Continue reading →

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Be Free

Posted on June 12, 2017 by billtonnis

What egoic attachments are blocking the flow of God’s Grace? (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” +++ Our culture says: … Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on June 9, 2017 by billtonnis

The Source of the universe is Love. (Listen to my song “Let the Joy Rise” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 146:6-7 The maker of heaven and earth, the seas and all that is in them, who keeps faith forever, secures … Continue reading →

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Be the Change

Posted on June 8, 2017 by billtonnis

Love is the answer. (Listen to my song “Love God” by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 12:34 “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” +++ Jesus had just explained to a man questioning him that the greatest commandment was … Continue reading →

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Let Love Lead You

Posted on June 7, 2017 by billtonnis

“God comes to you disguised as your life.” ~ Paula D’Arcy (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 25:4-5 Make known to me your ways, Lord; teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and … Continue reading →

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