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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Tithe Challenge – Week 7 – “Dave Ramsay says”

Posted on November 4, 2011 by dkoop

Today you will be encouraged by best NY times bestselling author and radio host Dave Ramsey.  In his book Financial Peace Revisited, he has a great chapter called “Understand the Spiritual Aspects of Money.”  I would like to share some … Continue reading →

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Gossip

Posted on October 26, 2011 by dkoop

It is very easy to gossip. What starts as idle talk can easily lead to exaggerations, half-truths and false impressions, all of which can do great damage (James 3:2,5).  An ancient Israelite proverb expresses the truth that the more a … Continue reading →

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Baptism – FAQ’s

Posted on October 26, 2011 by dkoop

What is the meaning of baptism? 1.  It illustrates Christ’s DEATH, BURIAL and RESURRECTION. “Christ died for our sins…He was buried…and He rose again.”  1 Corinthians 15:3-4 “For when you are baptized, you were buried with Christ, and in baptism … Continue reading →

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Our Essential Beliefs

Posted on October 26, 2011 by dkoop

Our Essential Beliefs at Upwards Church : To read one of the verses listed in blue, just click on it.   About God God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the … Continue reading →

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