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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?

God Is Love

Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” Life is hard. Are you burdened with something or struggling with something? Sit in silence and invite Jesus to be with you. … Continue reading

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Unconditional Love

Matthew 18:12-14 If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine in the hills and go in search of the stray? And if he finds it, amen, I say to … Continue reading

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Unique Path

Luke 1:38 Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” This is Mary’s response to the angel’s news that she would conceive by the Holy Spirit and give … Continue reading

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Trust Jesus

Matthew 9:28-29 When he entered the house, the blind men approached him and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I can do this?” “Yes, Lord,” they said to him. Then he touched their eyes and said, “Let it … Continue reading

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Guided by God

Matthew 7:24 “Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock.” Listening to Jesus’ words means more than just hearing them. Listening implies we are … Continue reading

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Restorative Justice

Matthew 15:29-30 Moving on from there Jesus walked by the Sea of Galilee, went up on the mountain, and sat down there. Great crowds came to him, having with them the lame, the blind, the deformed, the mute, and many … Continue reading

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Jesus Is the Way

Isaiah 11:4 He shall strike the ruthless with the rod of his mouth, and with the breath of his lips he shall slay the wicked. By the grace of God…Isaiah the prophet was able to speak of the coming of … Continue reading

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Body of Christ

Matthew 8:8 The centurion said in reply, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof; only say the word and my servant will be healed. A centurion was a professional officer in the Roman army. He … Continue reading

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Way to Wholeness

Luke 21:17-19 “You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your head will be destroyed. By your perseverance you will secure your lives.” Jesus promised His followers that they would be persecuted. But … Continue reading

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God’s Kingdom

Luke 21:6 “All that you see here–the days will come when there will not be left a stone upon another stone that will not be thrown down.” Jesus’ words predicting the destruction of the temple are just as true about … Continue reading

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