Tag Archives: purpose

Go with the Flow

Posted on September 6, 2018 by billtonnis

If you want to come to life…change is required. (Listen to my song “Take the Road Less Traveled” on YouTube by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 5:11 When they brought their boats to the shore, they left everything and followed him. … Continue reading →

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Bottom Line

Posted on March 4, 2016 by billtonnis

Each of us has one grand purpose to fulfill: to love. ~~~ Mark 12:32-34 The scribe said to Jesus, “Well said, teacher. You are right in saying, ‘(God) is One and there is no other than he.’ And ‘to love … Continue reading →

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Be Still

Posted on January 13, 2016 by billtonnis

Mark 1:35-38 Rising very early before dawn, he left and went off to a deserted place, where he prayed. Simon and those who were with him pursued him and on finding him said, “Everyone is looking for you.” He told them, “Let … Continue reading →

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Be Open

Posted on December 8, 2015 by billtonnis

Luke 1:38 Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” With this response, Mary delivers the line that is the most profound example for each of us on how … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on January 14, 2015 by billtonnis

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Be Who You Are

Posted on November 5, 2014 by billtonnis

Philippians 2:13-15 For God is the one who, for his good purpose, works in you both to desire and to work. Do everything without grumbling or questioning, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in … Continue reading →

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Followers of Jesus

Posted on November 8, 2013 by billtonnis

Philippians 3:17 Join with others in being imitators of me, brothers, and observe those who thus conduct themselves according to the model you have in us. It may sound arrogant of St. Paul to tell the Philippians to be more … Continue reading →

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The Way to Happiness

Posted on November 6, 2013 by billtonnis

Posted in Today's Contemplation | Tagged Discern, ego, God, happiness, Jesus, kingdom, light, listen, Listen to Your Heart, love, Philippians, purpose, Shall We Sing, shine, yearning | Leave a comment

Be You

Posted on November 1, 2013 by billtonnis

Philippians 1:6 I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus. St. Paul knew of the infinite worth and purpose of each person … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Inspiration Now

Posted on September 20, 2013 by billtonnis

Luke 8:1-3 Afterward Jesus journeyed from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. Accompanying him were the Twelve and some women who had been cured of evil spirits and infirmities, … Continue reading →

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