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About dkoop

Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

Jesus the Healer – Mark 8: 22-25

Posted on April 9, 2024 by dkoop

On November 30, 1991, fierce winds from a freakish dust storm triggered a massive freeway pileup along Interstate 5 near Coalinga, California. At least 14 people died and dozens more were injured as topsoil whipped by 50 mile-per-hour winds reduced … Continue reading →

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He is Risen! Mark 16

Posted on April 1, 2024 by dkoop

The message of Easter doesn’t change from year to year. When it comes around we remember again, regardless of what is happening in the world that might tempt us to believe otherwise, that God is able to bring hope where there is despair, joy where … Continue reading →

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You’re Invited! – Iconic Jesus – Gospel of Mark

Posted on March 28, 2024 by dkoop

You’re invited to our new series staring on Easter Sunday, Iconic Jesus from the Gospel of Mark! Description: Jesus is iconic, meaning He’s “widely known and acknowledged.” Join us in the book of Mark (the action gospel) to learn more … Continue reading →

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The New Covenant – Jeremiah 31

Posted on March 26, 2024 by dkoop

God has always dealt with humanity by way of covenant.  A covenant is “an agreement between two or more persons.”  Covenant is often compared to contract, treaty, or alliance. The history of God’s people is a story of covenants.  God … Continue reading →

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