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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.

Psalm 119.18, Chapter 2

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Robert Franklin

Open my eyes to see the wonderful truths in your instructions. Psalm 119.18 NLT I recently watched a movie described on Netflix as “teen scream.” It was mostly silliness, but in several key scenes I noticed that my wife had … Continue reading →

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…Psalm 119.11b…

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Robert Franklin

…that I might not sin against you. (Psalm 119.11b) Most people understand this phrase in a purely religious sense: “I must not violate the demands of God.” The intent of this part of the song is much different, however. The … Continue reading →

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My Psalm 119 story…in process

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Robert Franklin

Psalm 119.11 (NLT) I have hidden Your word in my heart… Most of us hide things for one of two reasons: We are ashamed or embarrassed by something or, the thing hidden is of value and should be protected against … Continue reading →

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Naked, Needy, and No Instructions

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Robert Franklin

So this is the time of year where “pretend” rules the culture.  We pretend we have money, so we spend a lot. We pretend we believe in something so we either go to church or Macy’s, whichever suits. I could … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Day

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Robert Franklin

Today is a day to spend with some of my immediate family. Today is a day I get to partake in the ridiculous abundance our country offers. Today is a day to spend concentrating on the things I take for granted … Continue reading →

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It is Morning and the Days Go By Quickly

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Robert Franklin

The noise of the early morning from my seat on the Shelton’s back porch: I hear the distant pounding of hammer on metal, the gobble of a turkey somewhere close, the helicopter blade “whomp, whomp, whomp” imitation of an enormous … Continue reading →

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