EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 50 MIN
THROUGH the Valley // Good Shepherd Series (Part 3) // Pastor Drew
from Collective Church Omaha · host Collective Church
🔥 "Hard times don't mean God's absence; they unlock His presence. Some of the closest times I’ve ever felt with the Lord weren't in the pinnacle moments—they were in the pits." Why does a "Good Shepherd" lead His sheep into dark valleys? In Part 3 of our Good Shepherd series, Pastor Drew explores the hardest verses of Psalm 23. We often think following Jesus means a life of only green pastures, but the "Shepherd King" David knew that the path to the mountaintop always requires walking through the ravine. In this message, we learn how God’s presence provides freedom from fear, divine strength for the journey, and a supernatural peace that allows us to "dine" even while surrounded by enemies. If you are in a "dark night of the soul," this message is a reminder that the valley is a pathway, not a destination. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 📖 Bible References Psalm 23 : 4-5 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/PSA.23.4-5.ESV Hebrews 13 : 15 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/HEB.13.15.ESV Psalm 34 : 18 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/PSA.34.18.ESV Romans 8 : 28 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ROM.8.28.ESV Psalm 27 : 1 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/PSA.27.1.ESV ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 - Preparing for Easter: The "Love Into the Light" Challenge 06:10 - Reading the Word: Psalm 23 Memorization 12:30 - The "Chiasm" of Psalm 23: The Climactic Center 14:39 - #1: Freedom from Fear (The Presence of the Shepherd) 20:55 - #2: Strength through the Journey (Defining a "Valley Season") 25:20 - A Living Testimony: Dr. Bob’s Fight with Cancer 32:00 - #3: Peace and Joy (A Table in the Presence of Enemies) 34:53 - #4: Salvation: Why the Darkest Seasons Aren’t Forever ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 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
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🔥 "Hard times don't mean God's absence; they unlock His presence. Some of the closest times I’ve ever felt with the Lord weren't in the pinnacle moments—they were in the pits."Why does a "Good Shepherd" lead His sheep into dark valleys? In Part 3 of our Good Shepherd series, Pastor Drew explores the hardest verses of Psalm 23. We often think following Jesus means a life of only green pastures, but the "Shepherd King" David knew that the path to the mountaintop always requires walking through the ravine.In this message, we learn how God’s presence provides freedom from fear, divine strength for the journey, and a supernatural peace that allows us to "dine" even while surrounded by enemies. If you are in a "dark night of the soul," this message is a reminder that the valley is a pathway, not a destination.----------------------------------------------------------------------📖 Bible ReferencesPsalm 23 : 4-5 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/PSA.23.4-5.ESVHebrews 13 : 15 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/HEB.13.15.ESVPsalm 34 : 18 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/PSA.34.18.ESVRomans 8 : 28 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ROM.8.28.ESVPsalm 27 : 1 https://www.bible.com/bible/59/PSA.27.1.ESV----------------------------------------------------------------------00:00 - Preparing for Easter: The "Love Into the Light" Challenge06:10 - Reading the Word: Psalm 23 Memorization12:30 - The "Chiasm" of Psalm 23: The Climactic Center14:39 - #1: Freedom from Fear (The Presence of the Shepherd)20:55 - #2: Strength through the Journey (Defining a "Valley Season")25:20 - A Living Testimony: Dr. Bob’s Fight with Cancer32:00 - #3: Peace and Joy (A Table in the Presence of Enemies)34:53 - #4: Salvation: Why the Darkest Seasons Aren’t Forever----------------------------------------------------------------------For any information, how to connect, and/or prayer requests: https://form.church/youcollectiveomahaWe'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
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