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Forgive Always

Posted on September 18, 2014 by billtonnis

Luke 7:47 “But the one to whom little is forgiven, loves little.” Jesus is always ready to forgive. But some people are not ready to receive it. To receive it…you must be willing to forgive yourself…and to forgive others. Some … Continue reading →

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Restorative Justice

Posted on August 5, 2014 by billtonnis

Matthew 15:14 Let them alone; they are blind guides (of the blind). If a blind person leads a blind person, both will fall into a pit.” We are sorely in need of leaders with both wisdom and compassion. These are … Continue reading →

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Unconditional Love

Posted on August 4, 2014 by billtonnis

Matthew 14:30-31 But when (Peter) saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand and caught him, and said to him, “O you of … Continue reading →

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Restoring Love

Posted on August 23, 2012 by billtonnis

Ezekiel 35:25-26 I will sprinkle clean water upon you to cleanse you from all your impurities, and from all your idols I will cleanse you. I will give you a new heart and place a new spirit within you, taking … Continue reading →

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Eternal Promise

Posted on August 8, 2012 by billtonnis

Jeremiah 31:3-4 With age-old love I have loved you; so I have kept my mercy toward you. Again I will restore you, and you shall be rebuilt. God did not make us imperfect in order to punish and condemn us … Continue reading →

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Renewal

Posted on July 13, 2012 by billtonnis

Psalm 51:12 A clean heart create for me, God; renew in me a steadfast spirit. No matter how many times we screw up…no matter how many times we come up short…God is always embracing us in love. Our Loving Source … Continue reading →

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