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Be a Peacemaker

Posted on September 25, 2017 by billtonnis

Plant seeds of love in the soils of discord and hatred. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 126:5 Those who sow in tears will reap with cries of joy. +++ None of us … Continue reading →

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Peacemakers Needed

Posted on September 27, 2016 by billtonnis

Love…not violence…dispels fear and hate. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 9:52-55 Jesus sent messengers ahead of him. On the way they entered a Samaritan village to prepare for his reception there, but … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness Frees You

Posted on September 12, 2013 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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Endure

Posted on July 12, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 10:21-22 Brother will hand over brother to death, and the father his child; children will rise up against parents and have them put to death. You will be hated by all because of my name, but whoever endures to … Continue reading →

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Beatitudes

Posted on June 10, 2013 by billtonnis

Matthew 5:3, 9 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. In these “Beatitudes” that Jesus preached you can replace the word “Blessed” … Continue reading →

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