Tag Archives: body of Christ

Be a Wholemaker

Posted on April 14, 2015 by billtonnis

Acts 4:32 The community of believers was of one heart and mind, and no one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they had everything in common. We live in a consumeristic society that espouses gaining more … Continue reading →

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Body of Christ

Posted on January 5, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 4:23 He went around all of Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and curing every disease and illness among the people. What is the “gospel of the kingdom”? Just before this statement…Matthew wrote that … Continue reading →

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Let Your Light Shine

Posted on October 27, 2014 by billtonnis

Ephesians 5:8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light. When each of us believes our ego is the center of the universe and everything revolves around “me”…we are in … Continue reading →

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Love Excludes No One

Posted on October 22, 2014 by billtonnis

Ephesians 3:4-6 When you read this you can understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, which was not made known to human beings in other generations as it has now been revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by … Continue reading →

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Spread Compassion

Posted on October 6, 2014 by billtonnis

Luke 10:36-37 [Jesus asked,] “Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’ victim?” He answered, “The one who treated him with mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.” Today’s Gospel reading is about the … Continue reading →

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Faith Plus Action

Posted on September 23, 2014 by billtonnis

Luke 8:20-21 Jesus was told, “Your mother and your brothers are standing outside and they wish to see you. He said to them in reply, “My mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and act … Continue reading →

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You Belong

Posted on September 16, 2014 by billtonnis

1 Corinthians 12:27-28 Now you are Christ’s body, and individually parts of it. Some people God has designated in the church to be, first, apostles; second, prophets; third, teachers; then, mighty deeds; then, gifts of healing, assistance, administration, and varieties … Continue reading →

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Body of Christ

Posted on June 2, 2014 by billtonnis

John 16:32-33 “But I am not alone, because the Father is with me. I have told you this so that you might have peace in me. In the world you will have trouble, but take courage, I have conquered the … Continue reading →

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Body of Christ

Posted on January 9, 2014 by billtonnis

1 John 4:21 This is the commandment we have from him: whoever loves God must also love his brother. Who is that one person that you just don’t want to have to deal with? Who is that one person that … Continue reading →

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Body of Christ

Posted on December 2, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 8:8 The centurion said in reply, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof; only say the word and my servant will be healed. A centurion was a professional officer in the Roman army. He … Continue reading →

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