In this week’s message, Pastor Richard unpacks what it means to love people who are difficult to love. Using John 4 and Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman, we’re challenged to step out of our comfort zones, find common ground, and love like Christ—even when it’s hard. Unity isn’t tested with the easy ones—it’s proven when we love the hard-to-love.

In Part 6 of "The Art of Peopling," Pastor Richard dives into the topic of Emotional Strongholds—the thought patterns, beliefs, and hidden wounds that keep us in bondage and block us from walking in the freedom Christ offers.

💥 Topics Covered:What is an emotional stronghold and how does it form?Why identifying the root is essential for healingThe importance of confession, repentance, and renewing your mindWhy your words matter—Ephesians 4:29How to stop living like a prisoner and start living like you're free

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In this powerful message, Worship Leader Sundi Jo Graham shares the raw, redemptive truth about forgiveness. If you want true freedom in Christ, you must forgive. No loopholes. No shortcuts. Sundi Jo walks us through Scripture and deeply personal stories—showing that forgiveness isn’t just about healing others, it’s about healing ourselves. Whether you’re struggling to forgive someone else or yourself, this message is for you.

In Week 4 of The Art of Peopling, Pastor Dennis shares a powerful message titled “Going the Second Mile”, based on Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:38–48.

In Week 4 of The Art of Peopling, Pastor Dennis shares a powerful message titled “Going the Second Mile”, based on Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:38–48.🛑 The first mile is obligation.✨ The second mile is a miracle.Jesus calls us beyond what’s expected. In a world fueled by hate, selfishness, and revenge, the second mile is where we reflect the supernatural love of Christ—where we forgive enemies, show undeserved kindness, and do good not for credit, but because Christ lives in us.

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In Week 3 of our sermon series The Art of Peopling, we explore “Compassion” through the powerful lens of Luke 10:30 37—but with a fresh perspective.

Jesus doesn’t just show compassion to the victim—but also to the thieves, the priest, and the Levite.

This week’s message asks:🔹 What if compassion isn’t based on behavior—but driven by love?🔹 What if the Church’s compassion could change lives—even reduce crime, poverty, and hopelessness?🔹 What if the Good Samaritan story was never just about the man in the ditch?

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In Week 2 of our sermon series The Art of Peopling, Pastor Richard dives into a powerful and personal message titled "Why We Fight", based on James 4:1 4.So why do we fight?✅ Because our passions are at war within us.✅ Because we expect others to meet needs only God can fulfill.✅ Because we ask with selfish motives.We often carry unhealed wounds from the past, unrealistic expectations of others, and unchecked selfish ambition. These things don’t just create conflict—they create disunity in the body of Christ.Want peace in your relationships? James gives us the answer: “Submit yourselves to God.”Stick around to the end—we're praying for restoration, release, and radical unity.📍 Join us Sundays in Branson, MO🌐 Visit: https://shepherdsheart.church#WhyWeFight #James4 #TheArtOfPeopling #SermonOnConflict #ShepherdsHeartChurch #ChristianUnity #BransonChurch #SundaySermon

In this new sermon series, "The Art of Peopling," at Shepherd’s Heart Church, we kicked it off talking about preserving unity. “God Creates Unity…We Just Preserve It." Pastor Richard unpacks what it means to live in unity as the body of Christ—how God has already created unity, and it’s our responsibility to preserve it.

In this powerful message, Makenzie Burtless, Children’s Director at Shepherd’s Heart Church in Branson, Missouri, shares a passionate word on raising up the next generation to boldly live out their faith.

Makenzie challenges kids, teens, and adults alike to set an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity.

Drawing from her personal journey in student ministry and stories from Scripture—like Jeremiah, Timothy, and the faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—Makenzie reminds us that there is no junior Holy Spirit and that young people are not the church of tomorrow—they are the church of today.

This message is for everyone:Parents seeking to disciple their children in the faithYouth and young adults wondering if their voice mattersChurch leaders who want to equip the next generation with truth and boldness