Tag Archives: hope

Path to Transformation

Posted on January 22, 2013 by billtonnis

Hebrews 6:11-12 We earnestly desire each of you to demonstrate the same eagerness for the fulfillment of hope until the end, so that you may not become sluggish, but imitators of those who, through faith and patience, are inheriting the … Continue reading →

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Word of Life

Posted on January 18, 2013 by billtonnis

Mark 2:1-2 When Jesus returned to Capernaum after some days, it became known that he was at home. Many gathered together so that there was no longer room for them, not even around the door, and he preached the word … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of Suffering

Posted on January 16, 2013 by billtonnis

Hebrews 2:18 Because he himself was tested through what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. What test are you suffering through? Whatever it is…may you be comforted in knowing that Jesus has already walked … Continue reading →

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God Alone

Posted on December 21, 2012 by billtonnis

Psalm 71:5 You are my hope, Lord; my trust, God, from my youth. God…I thank You for all the blessings in my life. All my pain and difficulties I hand over to You knowing that You are my only true … Continue reading →

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Eternal Love

Posted on December 19, 2012 by billtonnis

Psalm 72:17 May his name be blessed forever; as long as the sun, may his name endure. Jesus was described as the alpha and the omega. His reign is eternal. His love is everlasting. It cannot change. This is Who … Continue reading →

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Eternal Perspective

Posted on September 27, 2012 by billtonnis

Psalm 90:3-5 A thousand years in your eyes are merely a yesterday, but humans you return to dust, saying, “Return, you mortals!” Before a watch passes in the night, you have brought them to their end. Life can seem meaningless … Continue reading →

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Hold On to Hope

Posted on June 18, 2012 by billtonnis

Psalm 5:2-3 Hear my words, O Lord; listen to my sighing. Hear my cry for help, my king, my God! Sometimes we are overwhelmed with painful situations. It is part of the human condition. God showed us how intimately He … Continue reading →

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