Tag Archives: prayer

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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Contemplation and Action

Posted on October 8, 2019 by billtonnis

How will we know God’s will…if we aren’t listening? (Listen to my song “Slow Me Down” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 10:38-40 As they continued their journey he entered a village where a woman whose name was Martha … Continue reading →

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Reach Out

Posted on September 16, 2019 by billtonnis

We are all connected in the creative energy of God’s Love. (Listen to my song “You’ll Lead Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 28:2 Hear the sound of my pleading when I cry to you for help when … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks

Posted on September 13, 2019 by billtonnis

We are receiving blessings upon blessings through Grace. (Listen to the song of the day “The Way You Are” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ 1 Timothy 1:12-13 I am grateful to him who has strengthened me, Christ Jesus our … Continue reading →

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The Way

Posted on September 12, 2019 by billtonnis

The path of Jesus is non-violent justice. (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 6:27-28 “To you who hear I say, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who … Continue reading →

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Empty Yet Full

Posted on June 5, 2019 by billtonnis

To serve is to bring your true self to life. (Listen to my song “Pour Me Out” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Acts 20:33-35 “I have never wanted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. You know well that these … Continue reading →

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Be

Posted on April 17, 2019 by billtonnis

To hear God’s voice…we must awaken. (Listen to my song “How Magnificent, Wondrous and Glorious by clicking HERE) +++ Isaiah 50:4-5 Morning after morning he wakens my ear to hear as disciples do; The Lord GOD opened my ear; I … Continue reading →

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Let Love Lead You

Posted on February 25, 2019 by billtonnis

Life is not about easy answers…but living through tough questions. (Listen to my song “Love Will Always Lead You Home” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 9:23-24 Jesus said to him, “‘If you can!’ Everything is possible to one … Continue reading →

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Radical Grace

Posted on September 13, 2018 by billtonnis

Forgiveness is the key that opens the doors to freedom. (Listen to my song “Radically Okay” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 6:27-28 Jesus said to his disciples: “To you who hear I say, love your enemies, do good … Continue reading →

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