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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Elijah & Elisha – A Tale of Two Prophets

Posted on May 17, 2025 by dkoop

You’re invited to our new series:  Elijah & Elisha, A Tale of Two Prophets! Description: Elijah and Elisha’s lives teach us the importance of faith, obedience, worship, prayer and mentoring. They also demonstrate the power of servant leadership, humility, and empathy, highlighting … Continue reading →

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A Parable about Humility – Pharisee & the Tax Collector – Luke 18:9-14

Posted on May 13, 2025 by dkoop

Jesus told this parable because there where those who looked down their noses at others.  Who were proud of their religion, Jesus is fixing to tick them off. TWO GUYS “Two men went up to the temple to pray… (vs. … Continue reading →

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A Parable about Prayer- Unjust Judge & Widow – Luke 18:1-8

Posted on May 12, 2025 by dkoop

Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.  (vs. 1) Luke tells us upfront what the point of this parable is! TIPS FOR MY PRAYER LIFE I should always … Continue reading →

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A Parable about My Neighbor-The Good Samaritan- Luke 10

Posted on May 6, 2025 by dkoop

Who is my neighbor?  That’s a good question!  It was asked of Jesus by an expert in Old Testament law.  Unfortunately, this question and revealed the lawyer’s real motive (to test Jesus) and his profound ignorance about central issues of … Continue reading →

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