Tag Archives: presence

Praise Be

Posted on August 24, 2020 by billtonnis

“Any moment of genuine happiness we’ve ever had was a moment of self-forgetfulness.” – (from Unbinding by Kathleen Dowling Singh) +++ Listen to my song “Glorify You with Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Psalm 145:10 All your works … Continue reading →

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Be You

Posted on August 7, 2020 by billtonnis

“Attachment to things drops away by itself when you no longer seek to find yourself in them.” – Eckhart Tolle +++ Listen to my song “Let It Be Done to Me” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 16:25 “For … Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on August 6, 2020 by billtonnis

Part of the Gospel message is that death leads to new life. +++ Listen to my song “Going Over There” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 17:4 Then Peter said to Jesus in reply, “Lord, it is good that … Continue reading →

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Awestruck

Posted on July 15, 2020 by billtonnis

Are your constant thoughts and judgments causing you to miss life? +++ Listen to my song “How Magnificent, Wondrous and Glorious” by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 11:25 Jesus exclaimed, “I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, … Continue reading →

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Conduits of Compassion

Posted on July 8, 2020 by billtonnis

“Our job is to love others without stopping to inquire whether or not they are worthy.” – Thomas Merton +++ Listen to my song “There Is Three” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 10:7 “As you go, make this … Continue reading →

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Presence

Posted on June 30, 2020 by billtonnis

Take a deep breath, be still, and know a peace beyond understanding. +++ Listen to the song of the day “I Will Give You Rest” on YouTube by clicking HERE. +++ Matthew 8:24-25 Suddenly a violent storm came up on … Continue reading →

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Centering Prayer

Posted on June 17, 2020 by billtonnis

Set aside some time for silent letting go. +++ Listen to my song “I Surrender” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Stream and consider purchasing my songs on Amazon Music by clicking HERE. Purchase my book “Mercy Reigns: A Daily Devotional … Continue reading →

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All Inclusive

Posted on June 16, 2020 by billtonnis

To love is our main mission in life. +++ As part of the following reflection, listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Purchase or stream my songs on Amazon Music by clicking HERE. Purchase … Continue reading →

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Awaken

Posted on June 12, 2020 by billtonnis

The Sacred is everywhere. +++ Begin your reflection by listening to my song “How Magnificent, Wondrous and Glorious” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Please consider purchasing my songs on Amazon Music by clicking HERE. Thank you! +++ Psalm 27:8 “Come,” … Continue reading →

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Reign of God

Posted on June 10, 2020 by billtonnis

All you need is available now inside you. +++ Listen to my song “Slow Me Down” on YouTube by clicking HERE. Please consider purchasing it on Amazon Music or other sites. Purchase my book “Mercy Reigns: A Daily Devotional of … Continue reading →

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