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Harmonizing with God

Posted on July 8, 2015 by billtonnis

Psalm 33:2-3 Give thanks to the Lord on the harp; on the ten-stringed lyre offer praise. Sing to God a new song; skillfully play with joyful chant. St. Ignatius said he and all people were made to praise, reverence and serve … Continue reading →

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Gospel of the Kingdom

Posted on July 7, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 9:35-36 Jesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and curing every disease and illness. At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them … Continue reading →

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Guatemala

Posted on July 1, 2015 by billtonnis

In a land of drastic material and financial poverty I discovered a treasure: people with an abundance of love and generosity. What is your treasure?

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The Great Adventure

Posted on June 18, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 6:10 “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven.” Jesus continues his lesson today on how to pray. Yesterday’s lesson was to “go to your inner room” and to refrain from using many words because God “knows what … Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on June 17, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 6:6-8 “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 you. In praying, do not babble like the pagans, who think that … Continue reading →

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Be Not Afraid

Posted on June 12, 2015 by billtonnis

Ephesians 3:17-19 That you, rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the holy ones what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, so … Continue reading →

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Let Go and Live

Posted on June 8, 2015 by billtonnis

Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Our culture says: “Happy are you who are rich in possessions, power and prestige for yours is the kingdom of this world.” Jesus says, “Happy are you who are … Continue reading →

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Heaven Starts Now

Posted on June 4, 2015 by billtonnis

Mark 12:34 “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” Jesus had just explained to a man questioning Him that the greatest commandment was to love God with all your soul, mind and strength…and to love your neighbor as … Continue reading →

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Open Your Heart

Posted on June 3, 2015 by billtonnis

Psalm 25:4-5 Make known to me your ways, Lord; teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my savior. There is no pre-set path for us. God gives us a free will to do … Continue reading →

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Shine

Posted on June 1, 2015 by billtonnis

Psalm 112:1, 4 Happy those who fear the Lord, who greatly delight in God’s commands. They shine through the darkness, a light for the upright; they are gracious, merciful, and just. We are all looking for happiness…but happiness is not … Continue reading →

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