Tag Archives: Jesus

The Way to Justice and Peace

Posted on December 4, 2012 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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Do Not Judge

Posted on December 3, 2012 by billtonnis

Matthew 8:5-8 When Jesus entered Capernaum, a centurion approached him and appealed to him, saying, “Lord, my servant is lying at home paralyzed, suffering dreadfully.” He said to him, “I will come and cure him.” The centurion said in reply, … Continue reading →

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The Way to Life

Posted on November 30, 2012 by billtonnis

Matthew 4:21-22 He walked along from there and saw two other brothers, James, the son of Zebedee, and his brother John. They were in a boat, with their father Zebedee, mending their nets. He called them, and immediately they left … Continue reading →

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Persevere

Posted on November 28, 2012 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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Eternal Love

Posted on November 27, 2012 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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Self-Giving

Posted on November 26, 2012 by billtonnis

Luke 21:1-4 Jesus saw some wealthy people putting their offerings into the treasury and he noticed a poor widow putting in two small coins. He said, “I tell you truly, this poor widow put in more than all the rest; … Continue reading →

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Life-Changing Words

Posted on November 23, 2012 by billtonnis

Luke 19:48 “…all the people were hanging on his words.” What was it like to actually hear Jesus speak? People were drawn to Him and His words inspired…brought peace and transformed those who listened to Him. While we cannot hear … Continue reading →

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The Way to Wholeness

Posted on November 22, 2012 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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Living Praise

Posted on November 21, 2012 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…and it … Continue reading →

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Under the Affluence

Posted on November 20, 2012 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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