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 and Live

Posted on December 9, 2016 by billtonnis

Love will lead us…if we are open. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Isaiah 48:17 Thus says the Lord, your redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: I, the Lord, your God, teach you what is … Continue reading →

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Say Yes to Life

Posted on December 8, 2016 by billtonnis

The way of Love is always the best way. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 1:38 Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me … Continue reading →

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Peace Be with You

Posted on December 7, 2016 by billtonnis

Let go and experience the Divine Presence. (Listen to my song “I Will Give You Rest” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” +++ Sometimes … Continue reading →

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Agape

Posted on December 6, 2016 by billtonnis

God’s love is not earned but gratuitously and lavishly given. (Listen to my song “How Wonderful to Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 18:12-13 “What is your opinion? If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes … Continue reading →

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Good News of Great Joy

Posted on December 5, 2016 by billtonnis

God’s Love makes all things new…and that includes you. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” by clicking HERE) +++ Isaiah 35:4-5 Say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not! Here is your God, … Continue reading →

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Divine Presence

Posted on December 2, 2016 by billtonnis

The Great Love that made you and all things is with you and for you. (Listen to my song “God Is” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 27:1,14 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom do I fear? Wait … Continue reading →

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Body of Christ

Posted on December 1, 2016 by billtonnis

Who are the ones in need today that God is calling each of us to help? (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Isaiah 26:5-6 He humbles those in high places, and the lofty city … Continue reading →

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Christ Connection

Posted on November 30, 2016 by billtonnis

Allow the Light of Love to lead you. (Listen to my song “May I Be Light” by clicking HERE) +++ Romans 10:14 But how can they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe … Continue reading →

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Share Love

Posted on November 29, 2016 by billtonnis

Be a missionary of mercy to someone in need. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 72:12 For he rescues the poor when they cry out, the oppressed who have no one to help. +++ I … Continue reading →

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Be Made New

Posted on November 28, 2016 by billtonnis

God’s healing is sometimes physical…but always spiritual. (Listen to my song “Heal Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 8:8 The centurion said in reply, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof; only say the word … Continue reading →

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