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God Is Love

Posted on June 10, 2016 by billtonnis

The Love that created you loves you now…and now…and now… +++ Psalm 27:13-14 But I believe I shall enjoy the Lord’s goodness in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord, take courage; be stouthearted, wait for the Lord! … Continue reading →

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Beatitudes

Posted on June 6, 2016 by billtonnis

“Ego” stands for: “Edge God Out“ +++ 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 … Continue reading →

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Meaning of Life

Posted on June 2, 2016 by billtonnis

Learning how to love everyone and everything is why we’re here. +++ Mark 12:30-31 “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. The second … Continue reading →

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Being Christian

Posted on June 1, 2016 by billtonnis

Doing what’s just with compassion and mercy isn’t easy…but desperately needed. +++ 2 Timothy 1:8 So do not be ashamed of your testimony to our Lord…but bear your share of hardship for the gospel with the strength that comes from … Continue reading →

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Let It Be Done to Me

Posted on May 31, 2016 by billtonnis

May each of our lives be a song of praise. +++ Luke 1:46-47 “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior.” +++ Mary’s statement resounds within my heart. When I am in the … Continue reading →

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All Shall Be Well

Posted on May 30, 2016 by billtonnis

Each of us is like a fish in an ocean of God’s love. +++ Psalm 91:2 Say to the Lord, “My refuge and fortress, my God in whom I trust.” +++ God never leaves us no matter how many times … Continue reading →

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Counterculture

Posted on May 25, 2016 by billtonnis

Your true self will be found in service. +++ Mark 10:43 “Whoever wishes to be great among you will be your servant.” +++ This is another great counter-cultural teaching from Jesus. Two of the apostles had just boldly asked him to allow them … Continue reading →

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Love Includes

Posted on May 12, 2016 by billtonnis

Are you trying to unite or divide? +++ Acts 23:6-8,10 Paul called out before the Sanhedrin, “I am on trial for hope in the resurrection of the dead.” When he said this, a dispute broke out between the Pharisees and Sadducees, … Continue reading →

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Harmonize

Posted on May 11, 2016 by billtonnis

What is the unique note you are meant to add to God’s ongoing symphony? +++ John 17:16,18 “They do not belong to the world any more than I belong to the world. As you sent me into the world, so I … Continue reading →

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God Is with You

Posted on May 9, 2016 by billtonnis

Love is the catalyst of creation. +++ John 16:32-33 “Behold, the hour is coming and has arrived when each of you will be scattered to his own home and you will leave me alone. But I am not alone, because the … Continue reading →

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