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About Robert Franklin

Father to six (three boys and three girls, three from the USA and three from Uganda) Husband to one (and intent on staying that way!) Son to Jesus-freak parents. Brother to three great people. Weak, sinful, enemy of God rescued for adoption by grace through faith.

The Stone Almost Forgot

Our first Kentucky ‘home’ was located on the Oldham-Henry county line. The people were incredible and the soil is tillable farm land and not overly rocky. When I unearthed this little beast in 2000, I thought it had the makings … Continue reading

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You Already Know (how you will bless us)

Just a few hours after the confirmation of Michelle’s cancer diagnosis last year, this song popped up on my Apple Music feed. This was the first of an avalanche of blessings we are experiencing and a lesser miracle. I don’t … Continue reading

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How are you? (Part 1)

Trust in the Lord and do good. Dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness. Delight yourself in the Lord; And He will give you the desires of your heart. (Psalm 37:3-4, NASB) I inwardly cringe whenever I’m asked, ‘How are … Continue reading

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Trust

Which path to take? Always a conundrum, often a dilemma. For the Christian, walking is the embryonic act of faith. Jesus told those who would be his disciples to follow him. This was not theoretical statement, but rather a practical … Continue reading

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Seeking Lesser Miracles

There is a truth Western Christians largely ignore, and that some may not honestly even believe: the greatest Miracle of all time is Jesus’ conquering of sin and death through his advent, death, burial and resurrection. That Miracle is promised … Continue reading

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4 Time Zones in 4 Days & Back Again

My siblings and I are experiencing what many in our country are struggling through; how to lovingly take care of mom and dad when they are not well. Both my parents are moving around well enough to be independent, but … Continue reading

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