Tag Archives: calling

Love Is Your Calling

Posted on September 9, 2013 by billtonnis

(Listen to Bill’s song “Shall We Sing” by clicking on the link under Blogroll below and to the right) Romans 8:28 We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his … Continue reading →

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You Have a Calling

Posted on September 5, 2013 by billtonnis

Listen to Bill’s song “Listen to Your Heart” before or after reading this reflection. See how below. Luke 5:10-11 Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.” When they brought their boats … Continue reading →

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Calling

Posted on July 9, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 9:36-38 At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is abundant but the laborers … Continue reading →

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Letting Go

Posted on May 28, 2013 by billtonnis

Mark 10:29-30 Jesus said, “Amen, I say to you, there is no one who has given up house or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or lands for my sake and for the sake of the gospel … Continue reading →

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Inspiration

Posted on March 15, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 1:20 The angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home. For it is through the holy Spirit that this … Continue reading →

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Blind Faith

Posted on November 19, 2012 by billtonnis

Luke 18:41-42 Jesus asked him, “What do you want me to do for you?” He replied, “Lord, please let me see.” Jesus told him, “Have sight; your faith has saved you.” When a blind man heard that Jesus was passing … Continue reading →

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The Way of Love

Posted on September 10, 2012 by billtonnis

Romans 8:28 We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. Life is a long road. There have been, are, and will be twists and turns and potholes in … Continue reading →

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Become the True You

Posted on July 5, 2012 by billtonnis

Amos 7:14-15 Amos answered Amaziah, “I was no prophet, nor have I belonged to a company of prophets; I was a shepherd and a dresser of sycamores. The Lord took me from following the flock, and said to me, Go, … Continue reading →

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