Category Archives: progressive Christianity

The Magic of Music

Posted on September 26, 2019 by billtonnis

When we share our gifts and talents…the universe rejoices. (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 149:3 Let them praise his name in dance, make music with tambourine and lyre. +++ There is … Continue reading →

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Radical Trust

Posted on September 25, 2019 by billtonnis

Blessed, broken and sent. (Listen to my song “Changed” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:3 Jesus said to them, “Take nothing for the journey, neither walking stick, nor sack, nor food, nor money, and let no one take … Continue reading →

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Compassion Required

Posted on September 24, 2019 by billtonnis

Faith without action is dead (James 2:17). (Listen to my song “All Are One” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 8:20-21 Jesus was told, “Your mother and your brothers are standing outside and they wish to see you.” He … Continue reading →

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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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Restorative Justice

Posted on September 17, 2019 by billtonnis

When justice is tempered with compassion…transformation is possible. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 101:1-2 I sing of mercy and justice; to you, LORD, I sing praise. I study the way of integrity. … 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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Give Thanks

Posted on September 13, 2019 by billtonnis

We are receiving blessings upon blessings through Grace. (Listen to the song of the day “The Way You Are” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 1 Timothy 1:12-13 I am grateful to him who has strengthened me, Christ Jesus our … Continue reading →

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