Tag Archives: true self

Sanctuary

Posted on June 15, 2016 by billtonnis

Stop. Rest. Be. You are loved as your are. +++ Matthew 6:6 “But when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will repay … Continue reading →

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God Is Love

Posted on June 10, 2016 by billtonnis

The Love that created you loves you now…and now…and now… +++ Psalm 27:13-14 But I believe I shall enjoy the Lord’s goodness in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord, take courage; be stouthearted, wait for the Lord! … Continue reading →

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Discover Your True Self

Posted on June 8, 2016 by billtonnis

Letting go of attachments leads to life. +++ Psalm 16:11 You will show me the path to life, abounding joy in your presence, the delights at your right hand forever. +++ Are you on “the path to life”? Are you … Continue reading →

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Let It Shine

Posted on June 7, 2016 by billtonnis

God’s Light is within you. +++ Matthew 5:16 “Your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.” +++ The bible says that all people are “made in God’s image” (Genesis 1:27). … Continue reading →

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Beatitudes

Posted on June 6, 2016 by billtonnis

“Ego” stands for: “Edge God Out“ +++ Matthew 5:3, 9 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” +++ In these “Beatitudes” that … Continue reading →

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Meaning of Life

Posted on June 2, 2016 by billtonnis

Learning how to love everyone and everything is why we’re here. +++ Mark 12:30-31 “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. The second … Continue reading →

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Let It Be Done to Me

Posted on May 31, 2016 by billtonnis

May each of our lives be a song of praise. +++ Luke 1:46-47 “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior.” +++ Mary’s statement resounds within my heart. When I am in the … Continue reading →

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All Shall Be Well

Posted on May 30, 2016 by billtonnis

Each of us is like a fish in an ocean of God’s love. +++ Psalm 91:2 Say to the Lord, “My refuge and fortress, my God in whom I trust.” +++ God never leaves us no matter how many times … Continue reading →

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Reign of God

Posted on May 27, 2016 by billtonnis

May you share your gifts and talents for the sake of love. +++ 1 Peter 4:10 As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace. +++ As our Creator … Continue reading →

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Counterculture

Posted on May 25, 2016 by billtonnis

Your true self will be found in service. +++ Mark 10:43 “Whoever wishes to be great among you will be your servant.” +++ This is another great counter-cultural teaching from Jesus. Two of the apostles had just boldly asked him to allow them … Continue reading →

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