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?

Grace

Posted on July 9, 2018 by billtonnis

Have no fear for Love will always lead you home. (Listen to my song “Love Will Always Lead You Home” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Hosea 2:16 So, I will allure her, I will lead her into the desert … Continue reading →

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Have Faith

Posted on July 3, 2018 by billtonnis

The Light of Unconditional Love dissolves the shadows of doubt…if you say yes. (Listen to my song “I Stand in the Light” on the Mercy Reigns album by clicking HERE) +++ John 20:25 “Unless I see the mark of the … Continue reading →

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Set Free

Posted on July 2, 2018 by billtonnis

Letting go of attachments leads to new life. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 8:19-20 A scribe approached and said to him, “Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go.” Jesus answered … Continue reading →

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Great Adventure

Posted on June 29, 2018 by billtonnis

When you follow Jesus…your whole life will change. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 16:15 “But who do you say that I am?” +++ This is a pivotal question that Jesus asked … Continue reading →

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WWJD

Posted on June 28, 2018 by billtonnis

Love is a meaningless word without compassionate action. (Listen to the song of the day “I Want to Follow You” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 7:21 “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom … Continue reading →

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Option for the Poor and Vulnerable

Posted on June 27, 2018 by billtonnis

Jesus calls us to help those in need. (Listen to my song “All Are One” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 119:37 Avert my eyes from what is worthless; by your way give me life. +++ Instead of averting … Continue reading →

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Freedom

Posted on June 26, 2018 by billtonnis

The road less traveled leads you to your true self. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 7:14 “How narrow the gate and constricted the road that leads to life. And those … Continue reading →

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Broken and Blessed

Posted on June 25, 2018 by billtonnis

In the Light of Love…we all are accepted. (Listen to my song “I Stand in the Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 7:1-2 “Stop judging, that you may not be judged. For as you judge, so will you … Continue reading →

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Infinite Worth

Posted on June 22, 2018 by billtonnis

The greatest wealth is an abundance of love. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 6:21 “For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” +++ When we think of … Continue reading →

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Main Motivation

Posted on June 21, 2018 by billtonnis

Let us focus on love…because it’s the only thing that really matters. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 97:7 All who serve idols are put to shame, who glory in worthless … Continue reading →

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