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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

God on Film starts Sunday!

Posted on July 10, 2015 by dkoop

As the newly-released summer blockbusters hit the theaters each week, we will explore the applications to our lives and share the biblical truths in each movie.  Join us as we discover God on Film! July 12 – Antman  (Stronger When … Continue reading →

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Happy According to Jesus

Posted on June 29, 2015 by dkoop

Happy According to Jesus In Matthew 5 we have the opening lines of Jesus’ famous Sermon the Mount, one of Jesus most famous sermons one of the most famous of all sermons.  8 positive statements about happiness called the beatitudes.  … Continue reading →

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Happy Are The Merciful Commentary

Posted on June 24, 2015 by dkoop

Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. (5:7) The first four beatitudes deal entirely with inner principles, principles of the heart and mind. They are concerned with the way we see ourselves before God. The last four are … Continue reading →

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How Can I Be Merciful? Happy and Merciful Part 2

Posted on June 23, 2015 by dkoop

First, Remember my own need of mercy Mercy. The gift given to the guilty. Mercy is a word you will hear used in the legal system. After the conviction has been made, the jury has unanimously declared your guilt, and … Continue reading →

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