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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?

Glory Be

Posted on October 14, 2016 by billtonnis

Your life is a free gift from Love itself. (Listen to my song Changed by clicking HERE) (Find out more about my new album project and consider a contribution by clicking HERE) +++ Ephesians 1:11-12 In him we were also chosen, … Continue reading →

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Rejoice and Be Glad

Posted on October 13, 2016 by billtonnis

We are created by Love that is eternal. (Listen to my song God Is by clicking HERE) (Learn more about my new album project by clicking HERE) +++ Ephesians 1:3-5 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus … Continue reading →

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Divine Calling

Posted on October 12, 2016 by billtonnis

Go with the Flow. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” by clicking HERE) +++ Galatians 5:25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also follow the Spirit. +++ Many times we try to make our spirituality all … Continue reading →

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Thankful

Posted on October 7, 2016 by billtonnis

Another day arrayed in blessings. (Listen to my song Give Praise and Thanks by clicking HERE) (Find out more about and/or support my new album project by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 111:2-3 Great are the works of the Lord, to … Continue reading →

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Awaken

Posted on October 6, 2016 by billtonnis

Each moment is a gift. That’s why it’s called the “present”. (Listen to the song of the day “The Spirit’s Alive” by clicking HERE) (Learn more about and/or contribute to my new album project by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:13 … Continue reading →

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Being Christian

Posted on October 5, 2016 by billtonnis

A more compassionate and just world…starts with you and me. (Listen to my song Shall We Sing by clicking HERE) (Learn about and contribute to my new album project by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:2 Jesus said to them, “When … Continue reading →

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Requesting Help – Album Project

Posted on October 4, 2016 by billtonnis

Hi all I’m working on completing my 4th original album project titled Mercy Reigns…to bring music of God’s unconditional love, mercy and comfort to a hurting world. The title song is Mercy Reigns. Click HERE to listen. I’m asking for … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on October 4, 2016 by billtonnis

Love speaks in the silence of your heart. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 10:41-42 The Lord said to her in reply, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and worried about many things. There is … Continue reading →

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God Centered

Posted on October 3, 2016 by billtonnis

Is your life’s mission motivated by Love? (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” by clicking HERE) +++ Galatians 1:10 Am I now currying favor with human beings or God? Or am I seeking to please people? If I were still trying … Continue reading →

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The Lens of Love

Posted on September 30, 2016 by billtonnis

In God’s eyes…everyone is a masterpiece. (Listen to my song “How Wonderful to Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 139:1,13-14 O LORD, you have probed me, you know me. You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s … Continue reading →

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