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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

God’s Special Women – Bathsheba – Matthew 1:6

Posted on December 15, 2023 by dkoop

Matthew records another surprising woman in Jesus’ genealogy. Although he does not mention her by name, he describes her as the mother of Solomon and the former wife of Uriah (Matthew 1:6). Bathsheba’s story in the Bible is marked by … Continue reading →

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God’s Special Women – Ruth – Matthew 1:5

Posted on December 14, 2023 by dkoop

There are only five women listed in the genealogy of Jesus. Each one has an epic story and Ruth is one of them.  Ruth’s faithfulness to her mother-in-law and her newfound faith bore significant results. The account of Ruth in … Continue reading →

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God’s Special Women – Rahab – Matthew 1:5

Posted on December 13, 2023 by dkoop

It’s surprising to some to learn that Rahab was an ancestor of Jesus. Despite being a prostitute, Rahab found favor from God and survived the fall of Jericho.  “Salmon the father of Boaz, whose mother was Rahab” Matthew 1:5. The … Continue reading →

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God’s Special Women – Tamar – Matthew 1:3

Posted on December 12, 2023 by dkoop

No one is too sinful, broken, or tarnished to receive the gift of salvation and live a new life devoted to the Lord. The women in Jesus’ genealogy demonstrate that truth.  Matthew lists 5 remarkable women (four from the Old … Continue reading →

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