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?

Silent Renewal

Posted on August 4, 2020 by billtonnis

“What we plant in the soil of contemplation, we shall reap in the harvest of action.” – Meister Eckhart +++ Listen to my song “Turn Off the Noise” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 14:23 Jesus went up on … Continue reading →

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Be Not Afraid

Posted on August 3, 2020 by billtonnis

Life is a series of dyings and risings. +++ Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 14:30-31 But when Peter saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, … Continue reading →

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Listen to Your Heart

Posted on July 31, 2020 by billtonnis

“People are illogical, unreasonable, and self-centered. Love them anyway.” Kent M. Keith +++ Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 13:54-57 Jesus came to his native place and taught the people in … Continue reading →

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Death to Life

Posted on July 30, 2020 by billtonnis

Each of us is in a continual process of renewal. +++ Listen to my song “Love Will Always Lead You Home” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Jeremiah 18:6 Indeed, like clay in the hand of the potter, so are … Continue reading →

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Wholemaker

Posted on July 29, 2020 by billtonnis

“The foundation of existence is not mere being (what is) but relationality (what is becoming): union is always toward more being.” Ilia Delio +++ Listen to my song “All Are One” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 59:2-3 Rescue … Continue reading →

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Let Go and Live

Posted on July 28, 2020 by billtonnis

Death to life is an ongoing cycle of God’s creative plan. +++ Listen to my song “Make Your Way” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Jeremiah 14:19 Why have you struck us a blow that cannot be healed? We wait … Continue reading →

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Open to Change

Posted on July 27, 2020 by billtonnis

Let go, listen, and allow Love to guide your words and actions. +++ Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 13:33 Jesus spoke to them another parable. “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast … Continue reading →

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Persevere

Posted on July 24, 2020 by billtonnis

Stay grounded in love and experience transformation. +++ Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” on YouTube by clicking HERE +++ Matthew 13:20-21 “The seed sown on rocky ground is the one who hears the word and … Continue reading →

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Eternal Banquet

Posted on July 23, 2020 by billtonnis

“The most telling and profound way of describing the evolution of the universe would undoubtedly be to trace the evolution of love.” – Pierre Teilhard de Chardin +++ Listen to my song “May I Be Light” on YouTube by clicking … Continue reading →

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Feast of St. Mary Magdalene

Posted on July 22, 2020 by billtonnis

She became known as “apostle to the apostles.” +++ Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ John 20:16-17 Jesus said to her, “Mary!” She turned and said to him in Hebrew, “Rabbouni,” which … Continue reading →

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