Tag Archives: inspiration

The Way of Jesus

Posted on November 1, 2019 by billtonnis

Justice + Compassion + Non-violence = Kingdom of God (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 5:9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” +++ You seldom … Continue reading →

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Serve

Posted on October 30, 2019 by billtonnis

Enter into the great on-going Dance of Creation. (Listen to my song “Shall We Sing” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Romans 8:28 We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according … Continue reading →

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Transformation

Posted on October 29, 2019 by billtonnis

Cultivate an interior awareness of God’s love for you. (Listen to my song “Changed” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 13:18-19 Then he said, “What is the kingdom of God like? To what can I compare it? It is … Continue reading →

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Purpose in Life

Posted on October 21, 2019 by billtonnis

As a spiritual being having an earthly experience…what’s your mission? (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out”on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 12:15 “Take care to guard against all greed, for though one may be rich, one’s life does … Continue reading →

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Homeward Bound

Posted on October 18, 2019 by billtonnis

When you let love lead you…even in adversity you are free. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 2 Timothy 4:16-17 At my first defense no one appeared on my behalf, but … Continue reading →

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Now Here

Posted on October 17, 2019 by billtonnis

Slow down and enjoy each magical moment. (Listen to my song “Slow Me Down” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 130:6 My soul waits for the LORD more than sentinels wait for the dawn. +++ This scripture verse speaks … Continue reading →

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Open Your Heart

Posted on October 15, 2019 by billtonnis

Compassionate actions are more important than mental beliefs. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:38-40 The Pharisee was amazed to see that he did not observe the prescribed washing before the meal. … Continue reading →

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One Body

Posted on October 14, 2019 by billtonnis

All are invited, welcomed and accepted in the realm of God. (Listen to my song “All Are Welcome” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Romans 1:5-6 Through him we have received grace of apostleship, to bring about the obedience of … Continue reading →

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Rejoice

Posted on October 11, 2019 by billtonnis

The Love that created everything is sustaining you. (Listen to my song “How Magnificent, Wondrous and Glorious” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 9:2 I will praise you, LORD, with all my heart; I will declare all your wondrous deeds. +++ … Continue reading →

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Let It Be Done to Me

Posted on October 10, 2019 by billtonnis

When we allow our egos to fade…our true selves shine. (Listen to my song “Let It Be Done to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 11:9 “And I tell you, ask and you will receive; seek and you … Continue reading →

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