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?

Christ Consciousness

Posted on June 7, 2019 by billtonnis

What if we channeled Love to others without regard to worthiness? (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ John 21:17 Jesus said to Peter the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you … Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on June 6, 2019 by billtonnis

Love is the beginning and the end. (Listen to my song “God Is” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ John 17:22-24 “I have given them the glory you gave me, so that they may be one, as we are one, … Continue reading →

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Empty Yet Full

Posted on June 5, 2019 by billtonnis

To serve is to bring your true self to life. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Acts 20:33-35 “I have never wanted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. You know well that these … Continue reading →

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Grace

Posted on June 4, 2019 by billtonnis

You were, are, and always will be loved by God. (Listen to my song “The Way You Are” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Acts 20:22-24 But now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem. What will happen … Continue reading →

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Sacred Presence

Posted on June 3, 2019 by billtonnis

God is not in some distant place…but intimately close. (Listen to my song “Make Your Way” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ John 16:32 “Behold, the hour is coming and has arrived when each of you will be scattered to … Continue reading →

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Genuine Christianity

Posted on May 31, 2019 by billtonnis

Compassion is the way to a transformed life. (Listen to my song “There Is Three” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Romans 12:13-15 Contribute to the needs of the holy ones, exercise hospitality. Bless those who persecute [you], bless and … Continue reading →

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Called

Posted on May 30, 2019 by billtonnis

We all have been created for an infinite purpose. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Ephesians 1:17-18 “May the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, give you a spirit … Continue reading →

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Breathe

Posted on May 29, 2019 by billtonnis

Let go…and awaken to life. (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Acts 17:26-28 “(God) fixed the ordered seasons and the boundaries of their regions, so that people might seek God, even perhaps grope … Continue reading →

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Let Love Lead You

Posted on May 28, 2019 by billtonnis

At the core of our being is Infinite Compassion. (Listen to my song “Love Will Always Lead You Home” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 138:3 On the day I cried out, you answered; you strengthened my spirit. +++ It seems … Continue reading →

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Enter the Flow

Posted on May 23, 2019 by billtonnis

The Source of Compassion is Infinite. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ John 15:9 “As the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love.” +++ God, who is Love … Continue reading →

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