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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 story…chapter 8

Your instructions are more valuable to me than millions in gold and silver. Psalm 119.72, NLT Lately I feel like the petroleum industry survives on my contribution alone. Last night I stood (AGAIN) at the gas pump, filling up (AGAIN) and … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 story…chapter 7

Evil people try to drag me into sin, but I am firmly anchored to your instructions. Psalm 119.61, NLT When I was six years old I had a friend who lived next door. As I recall he was about two years … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 story…chapter 6

Your decrees have been the theme of my songs wherever I have lived. Psalm 119.54 I count it a privilege to say that during my life so far I found residence in Iowa, Illinois, Washington, Oregon, California, Virginia, Kentucky, and Texas … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 story…chapter 5

I will walk in freedom, for I have devoted myself to your commandments. Psalm 119.45, NLT Is there a difference between liberty and license? Is freedom more valuable than anarchy? Is it possible to do as one pleases without “hurting” someone … Continue reading

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My Psalm 119 story…chapter 4

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

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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