When the kingdom of God breaks in, it turns everything upside down. In Luke 18, Jesus tells a story about a Pharisee and a tax collector — and once again, the Gospel reveals a great reversal: those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.

In this message, Rev. Cody Turner reflects on a second kind of reversal found in the Psalms:

“Those who go through the desolate valley will find it a place of springs.”

Through personal stories, reflections from his recent pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, and a moving poem by Archbishop Stephen Cottrell, Rev. Turner reminds us that it’s often in the valleys — the hard, hidden, and painful parts of life — where we discover the mercy and strength of Christ. At the lowest points, we find the outstretched hand of the Savior, ready to carry our burdens and lead us into grace.