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Be For Unity

Posted on October 7, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 11:2  Jesus said to them, “When you pray, say: Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come.” Jesus told his followers that they should pray for God’s kingdom to come. Let’s face it. Our culture preaches that each of us … Continue reading →

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Infinite Mercy

Posted on October 2, 2015 by billtonnis

Baruch 1:21-22 For we did not heed the voice of the Lord, our God, in all the words of the prophets whom he sent us, but each of us went off after the devices of our own wicked hearts, served … Continue reading →

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Transforming Grace

Posted on October 1, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 10:8-9 “Whatever town you enter and they welcome you, eat what is set before you, cure the sick in it and say to them, ‘The kingdom of God is at hand for you.’” In today’s scripture the “kingdom of … Continue reading →

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Reflect Christ

Posted on September 30, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 9:59-60 And to another (Jesus) said, “Follow me.” But he replied, “Lord, let me go first and bury my father.” But he answered him, “Let the dead bury their dead. But you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” How … Continue reading →

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Live to Love

Posted on September 23, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 9:2 Jesus sent them to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal (the sick). Jesus wanted all to know that when you follow his ways and love God, others and yourself…you are bringing about the kingdom of God. … Continue reading →

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Be Free

Posted on September 10, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 6:27-28 Jesus said to his disciples: “To you who hear I say, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.” Following Jesus means living a radical … Continue reading →

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God Is Love

Posted on September 4, 2015 by billtonnis

Colossians 1:16-17 All things were created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. We all start our lives believing we are at the center of the universe. Unfortunately, some never really … Continue reading →

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Trust Your Heart

Posted on September 3, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 5:11 When they brought their boats to the shore, they left everything and followed him. These were expert fishermen. It was all they knew to make a living. It was their identity. After catching nothing all night, Jesus gave them some … Continue reading →

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Christ Follower

Posted on September 2, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 4:42-43 At daybreak, Jesus left and went to a deserted place. The crowds went looking for him, and when they came to him, they tried to prevent him from leaving them. But he said to them, “To the other towns … Continue reading →

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Kingdom of God

Posted on August 26, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 23:13 “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You lock the kingdom of heaven before human beings. You do not enter yourselves, nor do you allow entrance to those trying to enter.” When it comes to what many “religious” people … Continue reading →

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