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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

A Growing Faith Through Trials – 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Posted on March 2, 2026 by dkoop

Someone said, “Today’s mighty oak was yesterday’s little nut that held its ground.” I like that. Paul is encouraging the Thessalonians to hold their ground and keep growing. The believers in Thessalonica were discouraged, and they needed encouragement. So Paul … Continue reading →

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Introduction to 2 Thessalonians

Posted on March 1, 2026 by dkoop

Effective communication is difficult; often the message sent is not the message received in the home, marketplace, neighborhood, or church. Even when clearly stated or written, words can be misinterpreted and misunderstood, especially when filtered through the sieve of prejudices … Continue reading →

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What is the Day of the Lord? 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3

Posted on February 23, 2026 by dkoop

Day of the Lord: a day inaugurating the eternal universal rule of God: in the Old Testament: an eschatological day of ultimate judgment bringing final deliverance or doom — called also day of Yahweh in the New Testament: the triumphant day of Christ’s return … Continue reading →

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The Rapture of the Church – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Posted on February 16, 2026 by dkoop

What does the word “rapture” mean?  Rapture- the belief that both living and dead believers will ascend into heaven to meet Jesus Christ at the Second Coming.  Britannica.com Where does the word “rapture” come from?  The term “rapture” comes from 1 Thessalonians 4:17, translated “caught … Continue reading →

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