Category Archives: Today’s Contemplation

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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Love Abounds

Posted on February 11, 2019 by billtonnis

All creation is connected in the flow of life. (Listen to my song “How Magnificent, Wondrous and Glorious” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 104:24 How varied are your works, LORD! In wisdom you have made them all; the … 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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Listen to Your Heart

Posted on February 6, 2019 by billtonnis

Each of us is called to be the unique person we were made to be. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 6:4-5 Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without … Continue reading →

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Saved

Posted on February 5, 2019 by billtonnis

The light of God’s love is eternally shining on everyone and everything. (Listen to my song “I Stand in the Light” on the Mercy Reigns album by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 5:36 “Do not be afraid; just have faith.” +++ … Continue reading →

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New Life in Progress

Posted on February 4, 2019 by billtonnis

If it seems things are going wrong…you’re in the midst of a turnaround. (Listen to my song “Make Your Way” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 31:23 Once I said in my anguish, “I am cut off from your … Continue reading →

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