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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Confession – 2 Samuel 12

Posted on July 16, 2024 by dkoop

We will not be perfect, but we can be forgiven through confession. After a tough exam, two college roommates headed to the campus tavern to have a few beers and relax. When they parked the car, the rider pointed out … Continue reading →

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Legacy – 2 Samuel 7

Posted on July 10, 2024 by dkoop

Legacy. What is a legacy?  “The long-lasting impact of particular events, actions, etc. that took place in the past, or of a person’s life.”  Oxford Dictionary. What type of legacy did your parents or grandparents leave you?  What type of … Continue reading →

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Honor – 1 Samuel 1-2

Posted on July 9, 2024 by dkoop

Oops, this was supposed to be week 1, but I forgot to hit “publish.”  Here’s a major theme from 1 Samuel 1-2 from David’s life. Honoring the people in our lives honors God. David had great faith in God and … Continue reading →

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Covenants in the Bible – 2 Samuel 7 (David)

Posted on July 7, 2024 by dkoop

We don’t talk a lot about covenants today, but we should. Covenants are one of the most important themes in the Bible—they are the key to God’s redemptive plan to restore humanity to its divine calling. Starting in Genesis, God enters into … Continue reading →

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