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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Hot Seat – Leviticus

Posted on July 17, 2020 by dkoop

It’s controversial and often confusing, but we’re getting in it:  the book of Leviticus.  It’s full of laws, regulations and religious language that seems outdated or is it? The fact that Christians no longer follow many of the obscure laws … Continue reading →

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Trusting God in Tough Times – Habakkuk 3

Posted on July 14, 2020 by dkoop

When Habakkuk started his book, he was in a “low place” questioning God. Then he climbed higher and stood on the watchtower, waiting for God to reply. After hearing God’s Word and seeing God’s glory, he became like a mountain … Continue reading →

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The Unbeliever’s Path – Habakkuk Ch. 2 Pt. 2

Posted on July 10, 2020 by dkoop

After having declared how the righteous are to live, the Lord further described the sins and lifestyles of the unrighteous, the self-sufficient. The Unbeliever’s Path (2:4-5) This list of sins, like God’s message itself, was brief but remarkably complete. These sins described … Continue reading →

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The Righteous Will Live By Faith – Habakkuk Ch 2.1

Posted on July 9, 2020 by dkoop

Suppose you lose your job because a person who “has it in for you” misrepresents something you have done. Why did God allow this bad person to succeed?  Suppose you experience some great disappointment—the death of a child or spouse, … Continue reading →

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