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About dkoop

Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Palm Monday & Humility

Posted on April 5, 2020 by dkoop

The donkey awakened Monday morning, his mind still savoring the afterglow of the most exciting day of his life. Never before had he felt such a rush of pleasure and pride. He walked into town and found a group of … Continue reading →

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What’s Your Excuse? – Luke 14:18-24

Posted on April 1, 2020 by dkoop

If you were invited to a wedding in the Caribbean (this summer after the virus cleared) with 5 star hotel accommodations, open bar and buffets on the beach all paid for, would you go?  In real life those invited to … Continue reading →

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You’re Invited to Dinner with Jesus- Luke 14:16-24

Posted on March 31, 2020 by dkoop

Have you ever had dinner with a famous person? If so, you probably paid a high price. In 2016 at Hillary Clinton fundraiser event in San Francisco; for two seats at the head table with Clinton, George Clooney and his … Continue reading →

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You’re Contagious – Luke 13:20

Posted on March 26, 2020 by dkoop

We have all heard how contagious the coronavirus is, but did you know that your faith is just as contagious?  I hope we’ll embrace this truth, that we are all carriers. You are a carrier. Not necessarily of the virus, … Continue reading →

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