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?

What the World Needs Now

Posted on September 7, 2018 by billtonnis

Let fear dissolve in the Light of Love. (Listen to my song “I Stand in the Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 1 Corinthians 4:5 Therefore do not make any judgment before the appointed time, until the Lord comes, … Continue reading →

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Go with the Flow

Posted on September 6, 2018 by billtonnis

If you want to come to life…change is required. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 5:11 When they brought their boats to the shore, they left everything and followed him. … Continue reading →

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Missionaries of Mercy

Posted on September 5, 2018 by billtonnis

May we all be messengers of God’s love in word and action. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 4:42-43 At Daybreak, Jesus left and went to a deserted place. The crowds went looking for … Continue reading →

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Have Faith

Posted on September 4, 2018 by billtonnis

The Creative Force of the Universe…is Love. (Listen to my song “God Is” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 145:9 The Lord is good to all and compassionate toward all his works. +++ Do you believe that? Many of … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on August 30, 2018 by billtonnis

Stop! (Listen to my song “Turn Off the Noise” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 24:42 Stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come. +++ How often are you awake? I’m not talking about … Continue reading →

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Divine Presence

Posted on August 29, 2018 by billtonnis

When your mind’s commentary stops…peace begins. (Listen to my song “Slow Me Down” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 2 Thessalonians 3:16 May the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. +++ When … Continue reading →

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Alive

Posted on August 28, 2018 by billtonnis

When you are rooted in Love…your true self blossoms. (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 96:11-12 Let the heavens be glad and the earth rejoice; let the sea and what fills … Continue reading →

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No Strings Attached

Posted on August 27, 2018 by billtonnis

Salvation is a free gift to all those who humbly accept it. (Listen to the song of the day “There Is Three” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 23:13 “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You lock … Continue reading →

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God Saves

Posted on August 23, 2018 by billtonnis

As long as you are breathing…you are being transformed by Love. (Listen to my song “I Will Give You Rest” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 51:12 A clean heart create for me, O God, and a steadfast spirit … Continue reading →

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Homeward Bound

Posted on August 22, 2018 by billtonnis

A Great Compassion is leading us safely to new life and wholeness. (Listen to my song Love Will Always Lead You Home on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 23:4 Even when I walk through a dark valley, I fear no … Continue reading →

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