Tag Archives: ego

Listen

Posted on October 10, 2017 by billtonnis

Before taking action…what if we took a moment of silent reflection? (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 10:41-42 The Lord said to her in reply, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and … Continue reading →

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Pour Me Out

Posted on September 14, 2017 by billtonnis

The path of love requires self-emptying. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 6:35 “Love your enemies and do good to them, and lend expecting nothing back; then your reward will be great … Continue reading →

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Follow the Spirit

Posted on May 4, 2017 by billtonnis

Stop. Breathe. Listen. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Acts 8:29 The Spirit said to Philip, “Go and join up with that chariot.” +++ When Philip joined the man in the chariot…he ended up being … Continue reading →

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Path to Wholeness

Posted on March 2, 2017 by billtonnis

The more we lose our egos’ cravings…the more peace we gain. (Listen to my song “Breathe On Me” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:23-24 Jesus said to all, “If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and … Continue reading →

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Counter Culture

Posted on February 21, 2017 by billtonnis

May we aspire to help those in need. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 9:35 Jesus said to them, “If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and … Continue reading →

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The Gospel

Posted on December 19, 2016 by billtonnis

Our Source is Eternal Love. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 71:5 You are my hope, Lord; my trust, God, from my youth. +++ Let’s be honest. When things are going well…we aren’t relying … Continue reading →

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Say Yes to Life

Posted on December 8, 2016 by billtonnis

The way of Love is always the best way. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 1:38 Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me … Continue reading →

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Come Together

Posted on November 9, 2016 by billtonnis

If God is Love then to love is our calling and each moment a new opportunity. (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” by clicking HERE) +++ 1 Corinthians 3:9 For we are God’s co-workers. +++ This life is not … Continue reading →

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Let the Joy Rise

Posted on November 8, 2016 by billtonnis

Live in the light of Love. (Listen to my song “Let the Joy Rise” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 37:4 Find your delight in the Lord who will give you your heart’s desire. +++ What is your heart’s desire? Maybe … Continue reading →

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Called to Serve

Posted on September 26, 2016 by billtonnis

We are meant to be missionaries of mercy, justice and compassion. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:48 “For the one who is least among all of you is the one who is the greatest.” … Continue reading →

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