My Cup OVERFLOWS // Good Shepherd Series (part 5) // Pastor Morgan

🔥 "God can be good and life be hard. There is not a single thing that happens to us that is not somehow touched by His goodness and faithfulness—even the interruptions, the heartaches, and the valleys." - Pastor Morgan In the powerful conclusion of our Good Shepherd series, Pastor Morgan dives into the final verses of Psalm 23 to discover what it means to live a life that truly overflows. While many of us walk through seasons carrying the "oil of sadness," Pastor Morgan reminds us that the Good Shepherd anoints our heads with the oil of joy—a joy that isn't dependent on our circumstances, but on His character. Drawing from her own journey through seasons of anxiety, Pastor Morgan explores the vital necessity of "staying near the Cup Filler." If you feel dry, distant, or overlooked, this message is a powerful reminder that God’s goodness and mercy aren't just following you—they are chasing you down. Learn why the gathering of the "flock" in the local church is God's ordained way to provide protection, restoration, and a seat at His table forever. ------------------------------------ 📖 Bible References Psalm 23 – https://www.bible.com/bible/59/PSA.23.ESV Hebrews 1 : 8-9 – https://www.bible.com/bible/59/HEB.1.8-9.ESV James 1 : 2-4 – https://www.bible.com/bible/59/JAS.1.2-4.ESV Genesis 50 : 20 – https://www.bible.com/bible/59/GEN.50.20.ESV Job 42 : 5 – https://www.bible.com/bible/59/JOB.42.5.ESV Isaiah 53 : 6 – https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ISA.53.6.ESV ------------------------------------ 00:00 - Opening & Reflection 01:00 - The Easter Challenge: Pastor Morgan on the Power of an Invite 03:40 - Corporate Prayer for the Lost & Broken 06:13 - Scripture Reading: Psalm 23 07:35 - The Oil of Joy vs. The Oil of Sadness 11:29 - Staying Near the Cup Filler: Pastor Morgan's Illustration on Abiding 13:58 - When Life is Hard but God is Still Good 16:24 - Surely: Speaking from Experience, Not Guesswork 17:17 - Chased by Goodness: Trading Your Past for His Mercy 20:14 - Joseph, Job, and Jesus: Turning Pain into Purpose 22:40 - Understanding 'Hessed': The Loyal Love of God 25:49 - Why the "Lonely Sheep" Misses the Blessing 27:17 - The Essential Power of the Local Church Family 30:04 - Reporting from the Battlefield: Why We Worship 31:31 - Pastor Morgan’s Personal Testimony: Finding God in the Dry Season 36:39 - Invitation to the Altar: Drawing Near to the Shepherd 38:38 - Closing Prayer & Blessing ------------------------------------ For any information, how to connect, and/or prayer requests: https://form.church/youcollectiveomaha We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us on: - Website: https://www.collectiveomaha.com - Facebook: https://facebook.com/collectiveomaha - Instagram: @collectiveomaha - Email: [email protected] - Youtube: https://youtube.com/collectiveomaha - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4M9KbSOFHBViC4UTzsOvIK?si=fdb9dd2cf24c46f0 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/collective-church-omaha/id1792027778