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About dkoop

Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Nepal 2011

Posted on March 23, 2011 by dkoop

 We were so blessed to be able to take a Global Outreach trip to Nepal.    Nepal is just north of India. In fact we flew from Austin to Chicago, then from Chicago to Delhi India (a 14 hour flight) then … Continue reading →

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Anger Inside

Posted on March 5, 2011 by dkoop

Been angry lately?  I get angry often.  I’ve learned that it’s not wrong to get angry.  God gets angry.  Over 300 times in the Old Testament it says God got angry.  Jesus got angry.  Some commentators call it “righteous indignation.”  Come … Continue reading →

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Pride Inside? Part 2

Posted on February 26, 2011 by dkoop

Now, let’s examine how pride destroys my relationship with others.  What causes problems between Niki and me in a hurry? Pride will.  If I have the attitude, “I made dinner last time, it’s your turn! Look at what I do … Continue reading →

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Pride Inside? Pt 1

Posted on February 26, 2011 by dkoop

Do you struggle with pride?   For me it is a constant struggle.  Try saying the word pride without saying “I.”  Pride is an “I” problem.    Here’s the definition of pride:  a lofty and often arrogant assumption of superiority in … Continue reading →

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