Tag Archives: courage

Take Courage

Posted on July 19, 2021 by billtonnis

Image by ctvgs from Pixabay “New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings.” – Lao Tzu +++ Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” on YouTube as part of this reflection. Support my ministry by purchasing my songs and books (Mercy Reigns & Listen to … Continue reading →

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Be You

Posted on August 3, 2018 by billtonnis

To be your true self…you will have to drop the masks you’ve spent years crafting. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 13:54-57 He came to his native place and taught the … Continue reading →

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Be the Change

Posted on August 4, 2017 by billtonnis

Finding your calling requires growth and courage. (Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 13:54-55 Jesus came to his native place and taught the people in their synagogue. They were astonished and said, “Where … Continue reading →

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Mary of Magdala

Posted on July 22, 2014 by billtonnis

John 20:18 Mary of Magdala went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord,” and what he told her. Isn’t it interesting that Jesus selected a woman to be the first witness to His astounding resurrection…and to be … Continue reading →

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Trust in a Higher Power

Posted on July 8, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 9:20-22 A woman suffering hemorrhages for twelve years came up behind him and touched the tassel on his cloak. She said to herself, “If only I can touch his cloak, I shall be cured.” Jesus turned around and saw … Continue reading →

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The Way to Life

Posted on May 13, 2013 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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