Tag Archives: obedience

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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The Else Family

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Robert Franklin

The Else family resides in a town not too far from here.  In fact, you may know them as your neighbors.  They are five in number: Pa, Ma, and three teenage sons.  The eldest boy is lanky and possesses one … Continue reading →

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Dink, Dink

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Robert Franklin

Dink, dink: the unmistakable sound of emptiness at the bottom of the consumed pot as the ladle is pressed down for one more drought.  Oh, if only I knew how to spell the scraping sound of hope as that same … Continue reading →

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Schoolsin

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Robert Franklin

Education is the answer to all cultural ills. Can’t figure out the finances? Be educated. Can’t connect in relationships? Be educated. Can’t avoid disease? Be educated. Can’t find a job? Be educated. Can’t decide what to do with aging parents? … Continue reading →

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Concerning losing things…

Posted on August 10, 2010 by Robert Franklin

Since I was old enough to have personal possessions I have exhibited an inability to keep track of what “belongs” to me.  Wristwatches, socks, books, keys, sunglasses, wallets, calendars, passwords…if it is not attached to my person or not one of … Continue reading →

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The Other Communion

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Robert Franklin

There is a great calamity perpetrated weekly at many, if not most, churches.  Unfortunately this terrible practice is actually supposed to reflect the truth of the complete opposite of much of our modern “Christian” reality.  What has infected the Church?  The increasingly empty practice of … Continue reading →

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