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?

Let It Flow

Posted on June 1, 2018 by billtonnis

May we be channels of God’s eternal love. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 1 Peter 4:10 As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good … Continue reading →

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Let It Be Done to Me

Posted on May 31, 2018 by billtonnis

When we are our true selves…God’s glory shines. (Listen to my song “Let It Be Done to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 1:46-47 “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my … Continue reading →

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Service

Posted on May 30, 2018 by billtonnis

Each of us is called to be a channel of God’s unconditional love. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 10:43 “Whoever wishes to be great among you will be your servant.” +++ Our … Continue reading →

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Love Frees Us

Posted on May 29, 2018 by billtonnis

When we let go…we finally live. (Listen to my song “Slow Me Down” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 10:29-30 Jesus said, “Amen, I say to you, there is no one who has given up house or brothers or … Continue reading →

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Reason to Rejoice

Posted on May 25, 2018 by billtonnis

May we all be grateful for the gift of life and love. (Listen to my song “Give Praise and Thanks” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 103:2-4 Bless the LORD, my soul; and do not forget all his gifts, … Continue reading →

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Be Free

Posted on May 24, 2018 by billtonnis

Our attachments block us from true life. (Listen to my song “God Is the Goal” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 49:17-18 Do not fear when a man becomes rich, when the wealth of his house grows great. For … Continue reading →

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Now Is the Time

Posted on May 23, 2018 by billtonnis

Let Love lead you. (Listen to my song “Changed” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ James 4:13-15 Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we shall go into such and such a town, spend a year there doing business, … Continue reading →

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Glorious Oblivion

Posted on May 22, 2018 by billtonnis

When we seek to serve…we discover great treasure. (Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 9:33-35 They came to Capernaum and, once inside the house, Jesus began to ask them, “What were … Continue reading →

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Fountains of God

Posted on May 21, 2018 by billtonnis

Giving thanks for all those who share their creative talents. (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 87:7 So singers and dancers: “All my springs are in you.” +++ God is the Ultimate … Continue reading →

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Action Required

Posted on May 18, 2018 by billtonnis

Love is not love until it’s shared. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ John 21:17 Jesus said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was … Continue reading →

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