Philip Schnackenberg

  • Jonah and Spiritual Growth

    Philip Schnackenberg explores the story of Jonah, emphasizing how God uses the journey—not just the outcome—to shape Jonah’s character and faith. The sermon highlights Jonah’s disobedience, repentance, and eventual reluctant obedience, drawing parallels to our own spiritual growth and the importance of trusting God’s process. [00:00] Introduces Jonah as a prophet called to warn Nineveh,…

  • Discipleship in Paul’s Letters

    This sermon by Philip Schnackenberg focuses on the theme of discipleship, drawing from the life and letters of Paul to explore the qualities of a disciple-maker and the relational dynamics involved. Philip examines Paul’s teachings and personal examples to highlight the humility, endurance, and emotional investment required in discipleship. The message also touches on both…

  • Faith, Worldview, and Difficult Teachings

    Philip Schnackenberg shares a personal reflection on faith, belief, and the challenges of living out Christian convictions. He discusses the journey from inherited faith to personal ownership of belief, the discomfort of difficult biblical teachings, and the importance of grounding one’s worldview in truth. The sermon explores four key questions about origin, morality, meaning, and…

  • Spring 2024 Retreat – Marriage, Parenting, and Technology: Navigating Modern Challenges

    Philip and Becky Schnackenberg lead a discussion on family life, focusing on creating a purposeful home, marriage dynamics, parenting challenges, and the impact of technology. They emphasize the importance of intentionality in shaping family culture, fostering peace and mutual encouragement in marriage, and raising resilient children while navigating modern distractions. Key Points: [00:00-01:16] Introduction: Home…