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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.

My Psalm 119 story…chapter 4

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Robert Franklin

Turn my eyes from worthless things, and give me life through your word. Psalm 119.37, NLT The sunrise is spectacular this morning. The air is clear and cool and the color of the warmth promised to soon come is playing on … Continue reading →

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Psalm 119 story…chapter 3

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Robert Franklin

Keep me from lying to myself. Give me the privilege of knowing your instructions. (Psalm 119.29, NLT) I am ashamed of how often I lie to myself. In fact, whenever I think about it just how often I practice self-deceit … Continue reading →

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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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