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?

Now Here

Posted on October 17, 2019 by billtonnis

Slow down and enjoy each magical moment. (Listen to my song “Slow Me Down” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 130:6 My soul waits for the LORD more than sentinels wait for the dawn. +++ This scripture verse speaks … Continue reading →

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Empty Yet Full

Posted on October 16, 2019 by billtonnis

As ego recedes…true self rises. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 62:2 My soul rests in God alone, from whom comes my salvation. +++ My soul…my truest self…is yearning for something…something to … Continue reading →

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Open Your Heart

Posted on October 15, 2019 by billtonnis

Compassionate actions are more important than mental beliefs. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:38-40 The Pharisee was amazed to see that he did not observe the prescribed washing before the meal. … Continue reading →

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One Body

Posted on October 14, 2019 by billtonnis

All are invited, welcomed and accepted in the realm of God. (Listen to my song “All Are Welcome” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Romans 1:5-6 Through him we have received grace of apostleship, to bring about the obedience of … Continue reading →

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Rejoice

Posted on October 11, 2019 by billtonnis

The Love that created everything is sustaining you. (Listen to my song “How Magnificent, Wondrous and Glorious” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 9:2 I will praise you, LORD, with all my heart; I will declare all your wondrous deeds. +++ … Continue reading →

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Let It Be Done to Me

Posted on October 10, 2019 by billtonnis

When we allow our egos to fade…our true selves shine. (Listen to my song “Let It Be Done to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:9 “And I tell you, ask and you will receive; seek and you … Continue reading →

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Mercy Reigns

Posted on October 9, 2019 by billtonnis

Compassion is the Guiding Force of the universe. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Jonah 4:1-2 Jonah was greatly displeased and became angry that God did not carry out the evil he threatened against … Continue reading →

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Contemplation and Action

Posted on October 8, 2019 by billtonnis

How will we know God’s will…if we aren’t listening? (Listen to my song “Slow Me Down” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 10:38-40 As they continued their journey he entered a village where a woman whose name was Martha … Continue reading →

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Divine Justice

Posted on October 7, 2019 by billtonnis

True Love uplifts and restores. (Listen to my song Love Will Always Lead You Home on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Jonah 2:1-3; 11 But the LORD sent a great fish to swallow Jonah, and he remained in the belly … Continue reading →

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Gut Check

Posted on October 4, 2019 by billtonnis

What if love was our main motivation in life? (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Baruch 1:21-22 For we did not listen to the voice of the LORD, our God, in all … Continue reading →

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