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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Avoid Doubt – Numbers 13-14

Posted on January 27, 2026 by dkoop

Doubt is a lack of confidence or assurance that God will keep His promises. Today we examine Numbers 13. This chapter tells about a crucial event in the history of Israel. And I believe it is relevant to us because … Continue reading →

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The Turning Point – Numbers 13-14 Commentary

Posted on January 26, 2026 by dkoop

Our passage is today is the climax or turning point to the history of the first generation of Israelites after the Exodus. This rebellious  doubt was the final blow, the tenth rebellion of unbelief and grumbling within two years. In … Continue reading →

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Avoid Criticism – Numbers 12: 1-16

Posted on January 20, 2026 by dkoop

Have you noticed that critics are all around us? The restaurant critic The movie critic Monday morning quarterbacks Political critics It seems everyone has an opinion on everything. I struggle with being critical and I’m sure you do as well. … Continue reading →

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Avoid Coveting – Numbers 11: 4-34

Posted on January 13, 2026 by dkoop

Once upon time there were two store owners who were bitter rivals. Their stores were directly across the street from each other, and they would spend each day keeping track of each other’s business. If one got a customer, he … Continue reading →

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