1. Valleys are a part of life

     A.  Valleys are a revelation of our spiritual condition   

     B.  Valleys add depth to our relationship with God

C.  Valleys are a place of spiritual growth                                                     

2. Valleys are places to go through not dwell

A.  Keep walking—it is temporary  

B.  Keep following—the Shepherd knows

C.  Keep going—It’s the way to  victory

3. Finding comfort in the valley

A.  The  Shepherd’s presence, He never leaves you

B.  The Shepherd’s rod,  a source of protection

C.  The Shepherd’s staff, a source of safety

D. The Shepherd’s bag, a source of need

4. Overcoming fear in the valley

A.  Shadow of death - can’t hurt you

B. Sting of death - it’s gone

      C.  Key of death - it’s in the Shepherd’s hand