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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

You’re Invited! – Christ Alone – Colossians

Posted on September 4, 2026 by dkoop

You’re invited to our new message series in the New Testament book of Colossians, “Christ Alone!” Description:   Would you like to know more about Jesus? Or how to live a Christ centered life? Paul’s letter to the Colossians reveals … Continue reading →

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Chasing Meaning – Ecclesiastes 11-12

Posted on September 1, 2026 by dkoop

Are you wondering, “what is the meaning of life?”  “Why am I here?”   The end of  Ecclesiastes will help us. Solomon has taught us that we will not find meaning in life through education, pleasure, work, money or possessions.  If … Continue reading →

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Chasing Pleasure – Ecclesiastes 2:1-16, 24-25

Posted on August 28, 2026 by dkoop

Isn’t there more to life?  With all that there is to bring me pleasure why do I hurt so much? This question was raised in the Bible by a guy named Solomon in the book of Ecclesiastes.   We are continuing … Continue reading →

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Chasing Work – Ecclesiastes 2:17-23

Posted on August 28, 2026 by dkoop

According to Workaholics Anonymous, if you answer yes to three or more of the following questions, then you may be a workaholic. Do you get more excited about your work than about your family or anything else for that matter? … Continue reading →

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