Tag Archives: God

Unique Path

Posted on December 9, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 1:38 Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” This is Mary’s response to the angel’s news that she would conceive by the Holy Spirit and give … Continue reading →

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Trust Jesus

Posted on December 6, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 9:28-29 When he entered the house, the blind men approached him and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I can do this?” “Yes, Lord,” they said to him. Then he touched their eyes and said, “Let it … Continue reading →

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Guided by God

Posted on December 5, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 7:24 “Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock.” Listening to Jesus’ words means more than just hearing them. Listening implies we are … Continue reading →

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Restorative Justice

Posted on December 4, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 15:29-30 Moving on from there Jesus walked by the Sea of Galilee, went up on the mountain, and sat down there. Great crowds came to him, having with them the lame, the blind, the deformed, the mute, and many … Continue reading →

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Jesus Is the Way

Posted on December 3, 2013 by billtonnis

Isaiah 11:4 He shall strike the ruthless with the rod of his mouth, and with the breath of his lips he shall slay the wicked. By the grace of God…Isaiah the prophet was able to speak of the coming of … Continue reading →

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Way to Wholeness

Posted on November 27, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 21:17-19 “You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your head will be destroyed. By your perseverance you will secure your lives.” Jesus promised His followers that they would be persecuted. But … Continue reading →

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God’s Kingdom

Posted on November 26, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 21:6 “All that you see here–the days will come when there will not be left a stone upon another stone that will not be thrown down.” Jesus’ words predicting the destruction of the temple are just as true about … Continue reading →

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True Love

Posted on November 21, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 19:41-42 As he drew near, he saw the city and wept over it, saying, “If this day you only knew what makes for peace–but now it is hidden from your eyes.” Jesus shows us the face of a loving … Continue reading →

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Give Praise

Posted on November 20, 2013 by billtonnis

Psalm 150:6 Let everything that has breath give praise to the LORD! Hallelujah! The only reason you and I are existing at this very moment is because God is willing it to be. God’s grace is flowing right now…everywhere. God’s … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Riches

Posted on November 19, 2013 by billtonnis

Revelation 3:17-18 For you say, ‘I am rich and affluent and have no need of anything,’ and yet do not realize that you are wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked. I advise you to buy from me gold refined by … Continue reading →

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