Category Archives: Today’s Contemplation

Shine

Posted on January 28, 2021 by billtonnis

“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” – Leonard Cohen +++ As part of this reflection, listen to my song “The Way You Are” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Support my ministry by scrolling down … Continue reading →

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Free to Be

Posted on January 27, 2021 by billtonnis

“The best things to do with the best things in life is to give them away.” – Dorothy Day +++ Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Support my ministry by purchasing my books and … Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on January 26, 2021 by billtonnis

“God loved us before he made us; and his love has never diminished and never shall.” – Julian of Norwich +++ Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE. You can support my ministry by purchasing … Continue reading →

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Christianity Is Nonviolent

Posted on January 25, 2021 by billtonnis

“Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.” – Martin Luther King Jr. +++ Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Please support my ministry by purchasing my songs … Continue reading →

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Be True

Posted on January 22, 2021 by billtonnis

“I never been ordained by God to preach the gospel. I have a calling. It’s called to perform and sing.” – Johnny Cash +++ Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Support my ministry … Continue reading →

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Love Is Flowing

Posted on January 21, 2021 by billtonnis

“Most of us were taught that God would love us if and when we change. In fact, God loves you so that you can change.” – Richard Rohr +++ Listen to my song “God Is” on YouTube by clicking HERE. … Continue reading →

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Love Rules

Posted on January 20, 2021 by billtonnis

“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there.” Rumi +++ Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Support my ministry by purchasing my songs and books below … Continue reading →

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Compassion Counts

Posted on January 19, 2021 by billtonnis

“Instead of putting others in their place, put yourself in their place.” – Amish Proverb +++ Listen to my song “Radically Okay” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Support my ministry by purchasing my songs and books below. Thanks! +++ Mark … Continue reading →

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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr

Posted on January 18, 2021 by billtonnis

“An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.” – Martin Luther King Jr. +++ Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by … Continue reading →

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Christianity?

Posted on January 15, 2021 by billtonnis

“We do not need guns and bombs to bring peace. We need love and compassion.” – Mother Teresa +++ Listen to my song “Salvation” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Help support my ministry by scrolling down past my reflection to … Continue reading →

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