Tag Archives: contemplation

You Are Invited

Posted on August 20, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 22:9-10 “Go out, therefore, into the main roads and invite to the feast whomever you find.” The servants went out into the streets and gathered all they found, bad and good alike, and the hall was filled with guests. Jesus … Continue reading →

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Giving Is Gaining

Posted on August 18, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 19:23-24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Amen, I say to you, it will be hard for one who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven. Again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to … Continue reading →

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The Body of Christ

Posted on August 12, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 18:19-20 “Again, (amen,) I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father. For where two or three are gathered … Continue reading →

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Humble Strength

Posted on August 11, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 18:1-4 At that time the disciples approached Jesus and said, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” He called a child over, placed it in their midst, and said, “Amen, I say to you, unless you turn … Continue reading →

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Death Leads to Life

Posted on August 7, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 16:24-26 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for … Continue reading →

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God Speaks in Silence

Posted on August 6, 2015 by billtonnis

Mark 9:7 Then a cloud came, casting a shadow over them; then from the cloud came a voice, “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him.” This is one of those major moments in the life of Jesus known as … Continue reading →

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All Are Welcome

Posted on August 5, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 15:27-28 She said, “Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters.” Then Jesus said to her in reply, “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you … Continue reading →

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New Life Ahead

Posted on August 4, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 14:29-31 Jesus said, “Come.” Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, … Continue reading →

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Seeds of Silence

Posted on July 24, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 13:22-23 “The seed sown among thorns is the one who hears the word, but then worldly anxiety and the lure of riches choke the word and it bears no fruit. But the seed sown on rich soil is the … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks

Posted on July 23, 2015 by billtonnis

Daniel 3:52 Blessed is your holy and glorious name, praiseworthy and exalted above all for all ages. Do you ever get worn-down by the endless senseless acts in the news and the pettiness you encounter in day to day interactions? … Continue reading →

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