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?

Awaken to Joy

Posted on July 27, 2016 by billtonnis

The American dream can sometimes be a nightmare in the kingdom of God. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 13:44 “The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure buried in a field, which a … Continue reading →

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Showered by Love

Posted on July 26, 2016 by billtonnis

All are one in God. (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Jeremiah 14:22 Among the nations’ idols is there any that gives rain? O can the mere heavens send showers? Is it not you alone, O Lord, … Continue reading →

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Trust in Love

Posted on July 25, 2016 by billtonnis

Struggles lead to new life if you’re open to change. (Listen to my song “Changed” by clicking HERE) +++ 2 Corinthians 4:11 For we who live are constantly being given up to death for the sake of Jesus, so that … Continue reading →

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Mary Magdalene

Posted on July 22, 2016 by billtonnis

Let us honor the “Apostle of the Apostles.” (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” by clicking HERE) +++ John 20:18 Mary of Magdala went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord,” and what he told … Continue reading →

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Agape

Posted on July 21, 2016 by billtonnis

God’s love is boundless and without borders. How about yours? (Listen to my song “God Is” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 36:6 Lord, your love reaches to heaven; your fidelity, to the clouds. +++ God’s extreme, extravagant love is so … Continue reading →

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Listen to Your Heart

Posted on July 20, 2016 by billtonnis

If your life seems empty…perhaps you are ignoring your Inner Voice? (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 13:2 Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat down, … Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on July 19, 2016 by billtonnis

You were loved into existence by a Love that has no end. (Listen to my song “Salvation” by clicking HERE) +++ Micah 7:19 You will cast into the depths of the sea all our sins. +++ There is a grand … Continue reading →

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Life Changing Formula

Posted on July 18, 2016 by billtonnis

Do justice, love goodness and walk humbly with your Creator. (Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” by clicking HERE) +++ Micah 6:8 You have been told, O mortal, what is good, and what the Lord requires of … Continue reading →

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Love Transforms Lives

Posted on July 15, 2016 by billtonnis

When faced with difficult issues…weigh your decisions with mercy. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 12:7 If you knew what this meant, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice,’ you would not have condemned these innocent men. … Continue reading →

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Trust in Eternal Love

Posted on July 14, 2016 by billtonnis

Keep in mind…that God wants to comfort you. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” +++ Jesus was speaking … Continue reading →

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