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 Connection

Posted on March 30, 2017 by billtonnis

When you are your true self…heaven rejoices. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” by clicking HERE) +++ John 5:44 “How can you believe, when you accept praise from one another and do not seek the praise that … Continue reading →

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God Is For You

Posted on March 29, 2017 by billtonnis

An Eternal Love will never give up on you. (Listen to my song “God Is” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 145:14 The Lord supports all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down. +++ Our Creator is … Continue reading →

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Following Jesus

Posted on March 28, 2017 by billtonnis

When facing a dilemma…do the most loving thing. (Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” by clicking HERE) +++ John 5:15-16 The man went and told the Jews that Jesus was the one who had made him well. Therefore, … Continue reading →

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Rejoice

Posted on March 27, 2017 by billtonnis

Each of us is being transformed by an Eternal Love. (Listen to my song “Lift Up Our Voices” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 30:12-13 You changed my mourning into dancing. With my whole being I sing endless praise to you. +++ … Continue reading →

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Top Priority

Posted on March 24, 2017 by billtonnis

Let Love be your main motivation. (Listen to my song “How Wonderful to Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 81:10 There shall be no foreign god among you; you shall not bow down to an alien god. +++ … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on March 23, 2017 by billtonnis

God speaks in silence. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” by clicking HERE) +++ Jeremiah 7:23,25-26 Listen to my voice; then I will be your God and you shall be my people. From the day that your fathers left … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness Transforms

Posted on March 22, 2017 by billtonnis

Love overrules the rules. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 5:20 “I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter into the kingdom … Continue reading →

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Thy Will Be Done

Posted on March 21, 2017 by billtonnis

It is in letting go…that new life can begin. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 25:4 Make known to me your ways, Lord; teach me your paths. +++ Most people have no idea that … Continue reading →

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Divine Presence

Posted on March 19, 2017 by billtonnis

The key to peace and contentment…is being attuned to the now. (Listen to my song “Turn Off the Noise” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 1:20 The angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son … Continue reading →

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Vineyard of God

Posted on March 17, 2017 by billtonnis

What if we all cultivated a more compassionate community? (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 21:43 “Therefore, I say to you, the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to … Continue reading →

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