Category Archives: God

Let Your Life Shine

Posted on September 23, 2019 by billtonnis

Be a beacon of the love of God. (Listen to my song “May I Be Light” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 8:16 Jesus said, “No one who lights a lamp conceals it with a vessel or sets it … Continue reading →

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Women in Ministry

Posted on September 20, 2019 by billtonnis

The Spirit calls everyone to serve. (Listen to my song “All Are Welcome” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 8:1-3 Jesus journeyed from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of … Continue reading →

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Open Your Heart

Posted on September 19, 2019 by billtonnis

Forgiveness is the way to freedom. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 7:36-38 A Pharisee invited Jesus to dine with him, and he entered the Pharisee’s house and reclined at table. Now … Continue reading →

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Everything Is Beautiful

Posted on September 18, 2019 by billtonnis

Be your unique self with gusto and glee. (Listen to my song “Show Me…Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 7:33-35 “For John the Baptist came neither eating food nor drinking wine, and you said, ‘He is possessed by … Continue reading →

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Reach Out

Posted on September 16, 2019 by billtonnis

We are all connected in the creative energy of God’s Love. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 28:2 Hear the sound of my pleading when I cry to you for help when … Continue reading →

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Transformation Required

Posted on September 6, 2019 by billtonnis

How is the Spirit asking each of us to change? (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 5:37-38 “No one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the new wine will … Continue reading →

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Listen Then Follow

Posted on September 5, 2019 by billtonnis

To live your calling requires spiritual openness and attention. (Listen to the song of the day “I Want to Follow You” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Colossians 1:9-10 We do not cease praying for you and asking that you … Continue reading →

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Divine Physician

Posted on September 4, 2019 by billtonnis

Lay your struggles in the hands of a Higher Power. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 4:40 At sunset, all who had people sick with various diseases brought them to Jesus. He … Continue reading →

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Rooted in Love

Posted on August 29, 2019 by billtonnis

We are called to be whole-makers. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 1 Thessalonians 3:12 May the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all. +++ This prayer … Continue reading →

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Higher Consciousness

Posted on August 26, 2019 by billtonnis

Laws can be both enforced and tempered with compassion and human dignity. (Listen to my song “Radically Okay” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 23:13 Jesus spoke to the crowds and his disciples, “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, … Continue reading →

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