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Lead Pastor of Upwards Church: Leander & Jarrell, TX

An Appeal to Love – 1 Corinthians 13

Posted on November 1, 2023 by dkoop

The thirteenth chapter of 1 Corinthians may be, from a literary viewpoint, the greatest passage Paul ever penned.  Studying it is somewhat like taking apart a flower; part of the beauty is lost when the components are separated. But when … Continue reading →

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Division Over Spiritual Gifts – 1 Corinthians 12

Posted on October 25, 2023 by dkoop

One of the marks of an individual’s maturity is a growing understanding of, and appreciation for, their own body. There is a parallel in the spiritual life: as we mature in Christ, we gain a better understanding of the church, … Continue reading →

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Different Views of Communion

Posted on October 24, 2023 by dkoop

Today we will examine the different views of communion held by various denominations and churches.  Our church has a belief on each view but we do not consider these views “essential beliefs,” meaning as Christians we can hold different beliefs … Continue reading →

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Division Over Order in the Church – 1 Corinthians 11

Posted on October 20, 2023 by dkoop

Is God a God of order or disorder? One of the biggest problems in the Corinthian church was disorder in the public meetings. Some of the women were assuming more freedom than they should have, there was selfishness at their … Continue reading →

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