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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?

Becoming Whole

Posted on November 25, 2016 by billtonnis

When we live to love…new life and unity are in progress. (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 21:29-31 Jesus told his disciples a parable. “Consider the fig tree and all the other trees. When … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks

Posted on November 24, 2016 by billtonnis

Everyone and everything is imbued with the Grace of God. (Listen to my song “Give Praise and Thanks” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 17:15-16 And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; … Continue reading →

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The True You

Posted on November 23, 2016 by billtonnis

The path of love leads to wholeness, peace and freedom. (Listen to my song “Lift Up Our Voices” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 21:17-19 “You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your … Continue reading →

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Omega Point

Posted on November 22, 2016 by billtonnis

When we love…we are taking part in an eternal endeavor. (Listen to my song “God Is the Goal” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 21:6 “All that you see here–the days will come when there will not be left a stone … Continue reading →

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Let Go and Live

Posted on November 21, 2016 by billtonnis

In the midst of your struggle…know that God’s Love is carrying you. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 21:1-4 Jesus saw some wealthy people putting their offerings into the treasury and he noticed a … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on November 18, 2016 by billtonnis

Turn off the noise. (Listen to my song “Turn Off the Noise” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 19:48 “…all the people were hanging on his words.” +++ What was it like to actually hear Jesus speak? People were drawn to him and … Continue reading →

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Keys to Peace

Posted on November 17, 2016 by billtonnis

Love and forgiveness dispel fear and anger. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 19:41-42 As he drew near, he saw the city and wept over it, saying, “If this day you only knew … Continue reading →

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Glory Be

Posted on November 16, 2016 by billtonnis

All creation sings for joy in its very being. (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 150:6 Let everything that has breath give praise to the Lord! Hallelujah! +++ The Love of God is … Continue reading →

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Dialogue Dissolves Divisions

Posted on November 15, 2016 by billtonnis

If we loved instead of judged…everything would change. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 19:5-7 Jesus looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, come down quickly, for today I must stay … Continue reading →

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Path to Wholeness

Posted on November 14, 2016 by billtonnis

Be humble and steadfast in pursuing Goodness. (Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 18:41-42 Jesus asked him, “What do you want me to do for you?” He replied, “Lord, please let me … Continue reading →

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