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?

Be Your True Self

Posted on March 16, 2017 by billtonnis

Let Love lead you. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Jeremiah 17:5 Thus says the Lord: Cursed is the man who trusts in human beings, who seeks his strength in flesh, whose heart turns away … Continue reading →

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Saved by Grace

Posted on March 15, 2017 by billtonnis

Fall into the loving arms of God. (Listen to my song “God Is” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 31:6 Into your hands I commend my spirit; you will redeem me, Lord, faithful God. +++ It seems it is only when … Continue reading →

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Counter Culture

Posted on March 14, 2017 by billtonnis

Giving leads to receiving abundant life. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 23:11-12 “The greatest among you must be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled; but whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” … Continue reading →

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Love Includes

Posted on March 13, 2017 by billtonnis

When we take part in exclusion…we take part in delusion. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 6:37 “Stop judging and you will not be judged. Stop condemning and you will not be condemned. Forgive and … Continue reading →

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True Sacrifice

Posted on March 3, 2017 by billtonnis

What if we saw the “other” as “us”? (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” by clicking HERE) +++ Isaiah 58:6-7 “This, rather, is the fasting that I wish: releasing those bound unjustly, untying the thongs of the yoke; setting free … Continue reading →

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Path to Wholeness

Posted on March 2, 2017 by billtonnis

The more we lose our egos’ cravings…the more peace we gain. (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:23-24 Jesus said to all, “If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and … Continue reading →

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Dying to Live

Posted on March 1, 2017 by billtonnis

When we let go of the need to control…our transformation can begin. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” by clicking HERE) +++ 2 Corinthians 6:2 Behold, now is a very acceptable time; behold, now is the day … Continue reading →

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Let Love Flow

Posted on February 28, 2017 by billtonnis

May our motives be grounded in giving…not grabbing. (Listen to the song of the day “Pour Me Out” by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 10:29-30 Jesus said, “Amen, I say to you, there is no one who has given up house … Continue reading →

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Be Free

Posted on February 27, 2017 by billtonnis

Know that God’s love is free and always given…so share it. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 10:21 Jesus, looking at him, loved him and said to him, “You are lacking … Continue reading →

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True Wealth

Posted on February 24, 2017 by billtonnis

Take a moment…and give thanks for your friends. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” by clicking HERE) +++ Sirach 6:14-15 A faithful friend is a sturdy shelter; he who finds one finds a treasure. A faithful friend is beyond … Continue reading →

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