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Introduction to Zephaniah

Posted on March 23, 2026 by dkoop

Overwhelming grief, prolonged distress, incessant abuse, continual persecution, and imminent punishment breed hopelessness and despair. “If only,” we cry, as we search our mind for a way out and look to the skies for rescue. With just a glimmer of … Continue reading →

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A Parable about Serving – Luke 19:11-27

Posted on April 27, 2025 by dkoop

In 4 BC when Herod the Great died, his territorial rule was divided between his three sons. Archelaus, one of Herod’s sons, was assumed to rule over Judea. Though Archelaus began to rule immediately upon his father’s death, his royal … Continue reading →

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Obadiah Overview

Posted on May 7, 2024 by dkoop

Of all human conflict, the most painful and difficult to resolve are those between blood relatives. But if family feuds are tragic, national feuds are even worse. Almost every nation has experience a civil war, with brother killing brother in … Continue reading →

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Return to God – Joel

Posted on April 22, 2024 by dkoop

Volcanos, earthquakes, tidal waves, hurricanes, and tornados unleash uncontrollable and unstoppable force. And we can only avoid them and then pick up the pieces. But these forces cannot touch the power of omnipotent God. Creator of galaxies, atoms, and natural … Continue reading →

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