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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Trust God in Obedience – 1 Samuel 15

Posted on May 29, 2024 by dkoop

Our task isn’t an enjoyable one as we watch the character of King Saul steadily deteriorate. He has already demonstrated his unbelief and impatience (chap. 13), and now he will reveal further his disobedience and dishonesty. Saul’s history will climax … Continue reading →

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Who is Samuel? – 1 Samuel 1-28

Posted on May 28, 2024 by dkoop

Samuel, whose name means “heard of God,” was dedicated to God by his mother, Hannah, as part of a vow she made before he was born (1 Samuel 1:11). Hannah had been barren and prayed so fervently for a child that … Continue reading →

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Who Were the Amalekites? – 1 Samuel 15

Posted on May 26, 2024 by dkoop

Why did God command such utter destruction of the Amalekites? (1 Samuel 15)  They were a band of guerrilla terrorists. They lived by attacking other nations and carrying off their wealth and their families. They were the first to attack … Continue reading →

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Trust God’s Leadership – 1 Samuel 8

Posted on May 22, 2024 by dkoop

We often wonder about the childhoods of great people. We have little information about the early years of most of the people mentioned in the Bible. One delightful exception is Samuel; he came as a result of God’s answer to … Continue reading →

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