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The Voice Within

Posted on August 6, 2012 by billtonnis

Mark 9:7 Then a cloud came, casting a shadow over them; then from the cloud came a voice, “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him.” This is one of those major moments in the life of Jesus when Peter, … Continue reading →

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Lose to Find

Posted on July 16, 2012 by billtonnis

Matthew 10:39 “Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” Many people embark on a path in life to accomplish certain things. These things might be in the realm of … Continue reading →

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Become the True You

Posted on July 5, 2012 by billtonnis

Amos 7:14-15 Amos answered Amaziah, “I was no prophet, nor have I belonged to a company of prophets; I was a shepherd and a dresser of sycamores. The Lord took me from following the flock, and said to me, Go, … Continue reading →

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Becoming Whole

Posted on June 8, 2012 by billtonnis

Psalm 119:166 I look for your salvation, Lord, and I fulfill your commands. When I think of the word “salvation” I know it’s something that God grants…not something we accomplish. But God calls us to cooperate! Salvation is “wholeness.” God … Continue reading →

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Channel of Grace

Posted on June 1, 2012 by billtonnis

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. Any talent or material wealth that we have has come to us from God. God has given … Continue reading →

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