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Less Is More

Posted on May 31, 2013 by billtonnis

Psalm 149:4 For the Lord takes delight in his people, honors the poor with victory. While the consumeristic culture urges us to add more to our lives…amass more and more wealth, power and prestige…the inner spirit urges us to do … Continue reading →

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Never Alone

Posted on December 20, 2012 by billtonnis

Psalm 72:12 For he rescues the poor when they cry out, the oppressed who have no one to help. God loves each of us unconditionally. Our loving Creator wants to be with us and rescue us. When you feel oppressed…call … 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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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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All Are Welcome

Posted on November 5, 2012 by billtonnis

Luke 14:13-14 “When you hold a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind; blessed indeed will you be because of their inability to repay you. For you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” Jesus’ … Continue reading →

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Happy Detachment

Posted on September 12, 2012 by billtonnis

Luke 6:20 And raising his eyes toward his disciples Jesus said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for the kingdom of God is yours.” Blessed is sometimes translated as “happy.” How can this be? “Happy” are you who are poor? … Continue reading →

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