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Facing Change – Part 2 – 2 Kings 2:1-15

Posted on June 12, 2025 by dkoop

Change or transition is hard, but we can face it bravely with God’s help. The transition in leadership from Elijah to Elisha reminds us to be ready for change, to depend on the Holy Spirit, and to courageously take up … Continue reading →

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In God or Self We Trust? – Jeremiah 17

Posted on March 11, 2024 by dkoop

The land that lies to the southwest of the Sea of Galilee is dry. The soil is rocky and dusty. Vegetation is sparse, except where farmers irrigate. There is little or no grass. The trees are little more than shrubs. … Continue reading →

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Surviving Change – Daniel 1 – Part 2

Posted on September 16, 2022 by dkoop

In the last post we were introduced to Daniel and his three friends who faced many challenges and changes. We saw that Daniel decided in advance to honor his God given convictions, secondly when facing many changes and challenges, like … Continue reading →

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A New Beginning for God’s People

Posted on January 24, 2018 by dkoop

“If the other planets are inhabited,” quipped George Bernard Shaw, “then they must be using the earth for their insane asylum.” We may chuckle at that statement, but it reminds us of a sad fact: The world is in a … Continue reading →

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