Category Archives: God

Sweet Surrender

Posted on February 22, 2019 by billtonnis

When Love is our guide…concerns disappear. (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 23:1 The LORD is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack. +++ When I am attached to material things…I’m in chains. … Continue reading →

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Christ Calling

Posted on February 20, 2019 by billtonnis

May we be healers and restorers. Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 8:25-26 Then Jesus laid hands on the blind man’s eyes a second time and he saw clearly; his sight was restored … Continue reading →

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Glory Be

Posted on February 19, 2019 by billtonnis

Be you and be free. (Listen to the song of the day “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 29:1-2 Give to the LORD, you sons and daughters of God, give to the LORD glory and might; … Continue reading →

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Walk the Talk

Posted on February 18, 2019 by billtonnis

May our words and actions reflect the light of Love. (Listen to my song “May I Be Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 50:16,19-20 But to the wicked God says: “Why do you recite my commandments and profess … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Grace

Posted on February 15, 2019 by billtonnis

Let the unconditional love of God…set you free. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 32:5 Then I declared my sin to you; my guilt I did not hide. I said, “I confess … Continue reading →

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Lesson in Life

Posted on February 14, 2019 by billtonnis

Be present to all in awe, wonder and gratefulness. (Listen to my song “How Wonderful to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 128:1 Blessed are all who fear the LORD, and who walk in his ways. +++ My … Continue reading →

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Cycle of Love

Posted on February 13, 2019 by billtonnis

When we let go…we open ourselves to new life. (Listen to my song “Seasons” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 104:29-30 When you take away their breath, they perish and return to the dust. When you send forth your … Continue reading →

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Higher Purpose

Posted on February 12, 2019 by billtonnis

Before acting or speaking…let love be your motivation. (Listen to my song “God’s Love Is All You Need” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 7:8-9 “You disregard God’s commandment but cling to human tradition.” He went on to say, … Continue reading →

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Solidarity

Posted on February 8, 2019 by billtonnis

We are called to erase lines of division. (Listen to my song “All Are One” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Hebrews 13:1-3 Let mutual love continue. Do not neglect hospitality, for through it some have unknowingly entertained angels. Be … Continue reading →

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Be Free

Posted on February 7, 2019 by billtonnis

What do you need to let go of…so you can truly live? (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 6:7-8 Jesus summoned the Twelve and began to send them out two by two … Continue reading →

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