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?

Homeward Bound

Posted on March 18, 2020 by billtonnis

Trust that an Eternal Love is carrying you through troubled times. +++ Listen to my song “Love Will Always Lead You Home” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Deuteronomy 4:7 “For what great nation is there that has gods so … Continue reading →

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The Way

Posted on March 17, 2020 by billtonnis

Allow the Light to lead you to peace. +++ Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 25:4 Make known to me your ways, LORD; teach me your paths. +++ We are … Continue reading →

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Keep the Faith

Posted on March 16, 2020 by billtonnis

In trying times, Love will carry us. +++ Listen to my song “Heal Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ 2 Kings 5:11 But Naaman went away angry, saying, “I thought that he would surely come out to me and … Continue reading →

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Harmonize

Posted on March 13, 2020 by billtonnis

Let’s all share our gifts and talents for the greater good. +++ Listen to my song “Shall We Dance” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 21:43 “Therefore, I say to you, the kingdom of God will be taken away … Continue reading →

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Love Your Neighbor as Yourself

Posted on March 12, 2020 by billtonnis

We are one human family. +++ Listen to my song “Love God” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Luke 16:19-21 “There was a rich man who dressed in purple garments and fine linen and dined sumptuously each day. And lying … Continue reading →

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Let Go

Posted on March 11, 2020 by billtonnis

Trust that a Great Compassion will lead you if you allow it. +++ Listen to my song “Make Your Way” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 31:6 Into your hands I commend my spirit; you will redeem me, LORD, … Continue reading →

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Counter Culture

Posted on March 10, 2020 by billtonnis

What if we all pondered how we can be of service? +++ Listen to my song “The Way You Are” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 23:11-12 “The greatest among you must be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will … Continue reading →

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Good Vibrations

Posted on March 9, 2020 by billtonnis

When we serve others we receive unfathomable treasure. +++ Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Luke 6:38 “Give and gifts will be given to you; a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and … Continue reading →

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Trust in God

Posted on March 6, 2020 by billtonnis

Let go into the Flow of the Love that animates and sustains all things. +++ Listen to my song “Make Your Way” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 130:7 For with the LORD is mercy, with him is plenteous … Continue reading →

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Golden Rule

Posted on March 5, 2020 by billtonnis

If we treated everyone as if they were us…the world would change. +++ Listen to my song “All Are One” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 7:12 “Do to others whatever you would have them do to you. This … Continue reading →

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