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About dkoop

Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

You’re Invited! – Numbers – Preparation for the Promise

Posted on January 2, 2026 by dkoop

You’re invited to our new message series, “Numbers, Preparation for the Promise!” Description: As God leads us on our faith journey from bondage to freedom, He prepares us or tests us along the way.  Each test reveals our attitudes, which can … Continue reading →

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Hope for the Future – Luke 2:21-35

Posted on December 30, 2025 by dkoop

Just as the story of John the Baptist’s birth began in the temple (1:5-25), so the story of Jesus’ birth culminates in the temple. In obedience to the dictates of Jewish law, Mary and Joseph presented Jesus to God (see … Continue reading →

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Hope is Born – Luke 2:1-8

Posted on December 25, 2025 by dkoop

Christmas is not all sugar plums, ho, ho, ho, and fa- la- la- la- la. In this season of joy & merriment, more people will be lonely than at any other time of the year, more people will be depressed … Continue reading →

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Hope in Uncertainty – Luke 1:39-49

Posted on December 24, 2025 by dkoop

God knows that situations I will face in life will be difficult and often mind-boggling.  I can see even from Mary’s life that I am not alone in my circumstances.  I do not have to be strong enough.  I do … Continue reading →

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