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?

God Speaks in Silence

Posted on August 6, 2015 by billtonnis

Mark 9:7 Then a cloud came, casting a shadow over them; then from the cloud came a voice, “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him.” This is one of those major moments in the life of Jesus known as … Continue reading →

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All Are Welcome

Posted on August 5, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 15:27-28 She said, “Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters.” Then Jesus said to her in reply, “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you … Continue reading →

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New Life Ahead

Posted on August 4, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 14:29-31 Jesus said, “Come.” Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, … Continue reading →

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Live in Oneness

Posted on August 3, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 14:13-14 When Jesus heard of the death of John the Baptist, Jesus withdrew in a boat to a deserted place by himself. The crowds heard of this and followed him on foot from their towns. When he disembarked and … Continue reading →

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Seeds of Silence

Posted on July 24, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 13:22-23 “The seed sown among thorns is the one who hears the word, but then worldly anxiety and the lure of riches choke the word and it bears no fruit. But the seed sown on rich soil is the … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks

Posted on July 23, 2015 by billtonnis

Daniel 3:52 Blessed is your holy and glorious name, praiseworthy and exalted above all for all ages. Do you ever get worn-down by the endless senseless acts in the news and the pettiness you encounter in day to day interactions? … Continue reading →

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Honoring Mary Magdalene

Posted on July 22, 2015 by billtonnis

John 20:18 Mary of Magdala went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord,” and what he told her. Today is the Memorial of St. Mary Magdalene. Scripture says that she was present at the crucifixion, when Jesus’ … Continue reading →

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Work for Oneness

Posted on July 21, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 12:49-50 “And stretching out his hand toward his disciples, he said, “Here are my mother and my brothers. For whoever does the will of my heavenly Father is my brother, and sister, and mother.” Jesus was all about respecting … Continue reading →

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Let Love Lead You

Posted on July 20, 2015 by billtonnis

Exodus 14:12 “Did we not tell you this in Egypt, when we said, ‘Leave us alone. Let us serve the Egyptians’? Far better for us to be the slaves of the Egyptians than to die in the desert.” How many times … Continue reading →

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Look Through the Lens of Love

Posted on July 17, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 12:1-2, 7 His disciples were hungry and began to pick the heads of grain and eat them. When the Pharisees saw this, they said to him, “See, your disciples are doing what is unlawful to do on the sabbath.” Jesus … Continue reading →

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