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?

Go Forth

Posted on October 3, 2019 by billtonnis

Each of us is being called to be compassion to all. (Listen to my song “The Way You Are” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 10:1-2 After this the Lord appointed seventy[-two] others whom he sent ahead of him … Continue reading →

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Eternal Now

Posted on October 2, 2019 by billtonnis

(Listen to my song “I Stand in the Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 18:3 “Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.” +++ Do you … Continue reading →

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Love Wins

Posted on October 1, 2019 by billtonnis

The Christian response to injustice is non-violent, compassionate confrontation. (Listen to my song “Salvation” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:51-52 When the days for his being taken up were fulfilled, he resolutely determined to journey to Jerusalem, and … Continue reading →

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Divine Success

Posted on September 30, 2019 by billtonnis

Serving others is the fruition of self-emptying. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:48 Jesus said to them, “Whoever receives this child in my name receives me, and whoever … Continue reading →

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Christianity 101

Posted on September 27, 2019 by billtonnis

Are you a fan…or a follower? (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:20 Then Jesus said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” +++ How you answer this question…will shape … Continue reading →

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The Magic of Music

Posted on September 26, 2019 by billtonnis

When we share our gifts and talents…the universe rejoices. (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 149:3 Let them praise his name in dance, make music with tambourine and lyre. +++ There is … Continue reading →

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Radical Trust

Posted on September 25, 2019 by billtonnis

Blessed, broken and sent. (Listen to my song “Changed” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:3 Jesus said to them, “Take nothing for the journey, neither walking stick, nor sack, nor food, nor money, and let no one take … Continue reading →

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Compassion Required

Posted on September 24, 2019 by billtonnis

Faith without action is dead (James 2:17). (Listen to my song “All Are One” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 8:20-21 Jesus was told, “Your mother and your brothers are standing outside and they wish to see you.” He … Continue reading →

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Let Your Life Shine

Posted on September 23, 2019 by billtonnis

Be a beacon of the love of God. (Listen to my song “May I Be Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 8:16 Jesus said, “No one who lights a lamp conceals it with a vessel or sets it … Continue reading →

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Women in Ministry

Posted on September 20, 2019 by billtonnis

The Spirit calls everyone to serve. (Listen to my song “All Are Welcome” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 8:1-3 Jesus journeyed from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of … Continue reading →

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