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 Is Good

Posted on February 4, 2020 by billtonnis

Know that the Love that made the universe will triumph. +++ Listen to my song “God Is” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 86:4-5 Gladden the soul of your servant; to you, Lord, I lift up my soul. Lord, … Continue reading →

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Eternal Love

Posted on February 3, 2020 by billtonnis

There is hope within your deepest struggle that won’t let go. +++ Listen to my song “Make Your Way” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Mark 5:18-20 As Jesus was getting into the boat, the man who had been possessed … Continue reading →

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Love Changes Everything

Posted on January 31, 2020 by billtonnis

The world is being positively transformed with each small act of compassion. +++ Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Mark 4:26-27 Jesus said, “This is how it is with the kingdom of God; it … Continue reading →

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Transforming Grace

Posted on January 30, 2020 by billtonnis

Our struggles and imperfections are turned to blessings in the light of Unconditional Love. +++ Listen to my song “I Stand in the Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Mark 4:22 “For there is nothing hidden except to be … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on January 29, 2020 by billtonnis

Silence just may be the key to changing your life for the better. +++ Listen to my song “Turn Off the Noise” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Mark 4:7-8 “Some seed fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up … Continue reading →

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Bridge Builder

Posted on January 28, 2020 by billtonnis

We are all in this together. +++ Listen to my song “All Are One” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Mark 3:35 “For whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother.” +++ Jesus was teaching … Continue reading →

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God Calling

Posted on January 27, 2020 by billtonnis

How are you being called to serve? +++ Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 89:21 I have chosen David, my servant; with my holy oil I have anointed him. +++ Did … Continue reading →

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Peace Be with You

Posted on January 24, 2020 by billtonnis

In troubled times…know that the Love that created everything is holding you. +++ Listen to my song “I Will Give You Rest” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 57:2 Have mercy on me, God, have mercy on me. In … Continue reading →

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Love Wins

Posted on January 23, 2020 by billtonnis

All struggles and losses are birth canals leading to new life. +++ Listen to my song “Love Will Always Lead You Home” by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 56:13-14 I have made vows to you, God; with offerings I will fulfill … Continue reading →

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Glory Be

Posted on January 22, 2020 by billtonnis

When you are creative…you are connected to the Sacred. +++ Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 144:9 O God, a new song I will sing to you; on a ten-stringed lyre I … Continue reading →

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