Tag Archives: religion

Saved by Grace

Posted on March 15, 2017 by billtonnis

Fall into the loving arms of God. (Listen to my song “God Is” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 31:6 Into your hands I commend my spirit; you will redeem me, Lord, faithful God. +++ It seems it is only when … Continue reading →

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Counter Culture

Posted on March 14, 2017 by billtonnis

Giving leads to receiving abundant life. (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” by clicking HERE) +++ Matthew 23:11-12 “The greatest among you must be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled; but whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” … Continue reading →

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Love Includes

Posted on March 13, 2017 by billtonnis

When we take part in exclusion…we take part in delusion. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Luke 6:37 “Stop judging and you will not be judged. Stop condemning and you will not be condemned. Forgive and … Continue reading →

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True Sacrifice

Posted on March 3, 2017 by billtonnis

What if we saw the “other” as “us”? (Listen to my song “Mercy Reigns” by clicking HERE) +++ Isaiah 58:6-7 “This, rather, is the fasting that I wish: releasing those bound unjustly, untying the thongs of the yoke; setting free … Continue reading →

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True Wealth

Posted on February 24, 2017 by billtonnis

Take a moment…and give thanks for your friends. (Listen to my song “Come to Jesus” by clicking HERE) +++ Sirach 6:14-15 A faithful friend is a sturdy shelter; he who finds one finds a treasure. A faithful friend is beyond … Continue reading →

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Compassion Calls

Posted on February 23, 2017 by billtonnis

What is distracting you from your life’s purpose? (Listen to my song “Listen to Your Heart” by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 9:43 “If your hand causes you to sin, cut it off. It is better for you to enter into life … Continue reading →

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New Life Ahead

Posted on February 22, 2017 by billtonnis

Let the Light of Love lead you through the struggles. (Listen to my song “Salvation” by clicking HERE) +++ Psalm 23:4 Even when I walk through a dark valley, I fear no harm for you are at my side. +++ … Continue reading →

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Counter Culture

Posted on February 21, 2017 by billtonnis

May we aspire to help those in need. (Listen to my song “Make Me a Channel” by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 9:35 Jesus said to them, “If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and … Continue reading →

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Salvation

Posted on February 17, 2017 by billtonnis

When we drop our masks…our true selves are revealed. (Listen to my song “Take the  Road Less Traveled” by clicking HERE) +++ Mark 8:35 “For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for … Continue reading →

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Way of Christ

Posted on February 16, 2017 by billtonnis

Choose the path of both compassion and justice. (Listen to my song “I Want to Follow You” by clicking HERE.) +++ Mark 8:27-28 Along the way Jesus asked his disciples, “Who do people say that I am?” They said in reply, … Continue reading →

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