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Death Leads to Life

Posted on August 7, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 16:24-26 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for … Continue reading →

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God Speaks in Silence

Posted on August 6, 2015 by billtonnis

Mark 9:7 Then a cloud came, casting a shadow over them; then from the cloud came a voice, “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him.” This is one of those major moments in the life of Jesus known as … Continue reading →

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All Are Welcome

Posted on August 5, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 15:27-28 She said, “Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters.” Then Jesus said to her in reply, “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you … Continue reading →

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New Life Ahead

Posted on August 4, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 14:29-31 Jesus said, “Come.” Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, … Continue reading →

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Seeds of Silence

Posted on July 24, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 13:22-23 “The seed sown among thorns is the one who hears the word, but then worldly anxiety and the lure of riches choke the word and it bears no fruit. But the seed sown on rich soil is the … Continue reading →

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Harmonizing with God

Posted on July 8, 2015 by billtonnis

Psalm 33:2-3 Give thanks to the Lord on the harp; on the ten-stringed lyre offer praise. Sing to God a new song; skillfully play with joyful chant. St. Ignatius said he and all people were made to praise, reverence and serve … Continue reading →

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Spiritually Rich

Posted on June 19, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 6:20-21 “Store up treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor decay destroys, nor thieves break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” Are your treasures material or spiritual? We know that anything material will … Continue reading →

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God Is Present. Are You?

Posted on June 15, 2015 by billtonnis

2 Corinthians 6:2 Behold, now is a very acceptable time; behold, now is the day of salvation. This whole business about being present and being centered in the now…is not some new age concoction. St. Paul was aware of the importance … Continue reading →

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Unique Calling

Posted on June 11, 2015 by billtonnis

Acts 13:2-3 While they were worshipping the Lord and fasting, the holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” Then, completing their fasting and prayer, they laid hands on them … Continue reading →

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Open Your Heart

Posted on June 3, 2015 by billtonnis

Psalm 25:4-5 Make known to me your ways, Lord; teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my savior. There is no pre-set path for us. God gives us a free will to do … Continue reading →

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