God Can Use You Too. You're Not Too Far Gone From God (Find out How)

God Can Use You Too. You're Not Too Far Gone From God (Find out How) | Featuring Rev. Eric Schneiderhan

Most Christians know that Jesus died and rose again—but few understand what that actually means for their daily life and calling. In this powerful episode of The Patrick Ishimwe Show, I sit down with Rev. Eric Schneiderhan, Worship Arts and Engagement Pastor at my home church (Old Town Community Church), to unpack the real implications of the cross, the resurrection, and the life God is calling each of us to live.If you've ever felt like you are not spiritual enough for God to use you, you are wrong. God Can Use You Too. You're Not Too Far Gone From God and Pastor Eric's life is a testament of how God uses the most unexpected people to build his kingdom.

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📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒
Connect with Rev. Eric Schneiderhan & Old Town Community Church
➡️ Instagram:   / eschneiderhan5071  
➡️ Facebook:   / eric.schneiderhan.54  
➡️ Old Town Community Church (website): https://oldtown.cc/
➡️ Facebook:   / oldtowncommunitychurchalx  
➡️ YouTube:    / dbcalexandria  
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⏰ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro
02:19 – Meet Rev. Eric: Ministry Background, Call to Pastoring & Faith Foundations
10:30 – Patrick’s Journey with the Lutheran Church: A Personal Reflection
11:56 – Pastor Eric’s First Church Memory & His Thoughts on Contemporary Worship
16:24 – Real Talk: Pastor Eric’s Relationship Advice for Gen Z Christians
19:46 – Being Taken Seriously as a Pastor: Family, Humor & Calling
21:04 – Pastoring in Geneva, Switzerland: What Eric Learned from Ministry Abroad
26:12 – Why Pastor Eric Feels Called to Serve the Next Generation (and the Pressure of It)
33:03 – When You Don’t Feel Holy Enough: Pastor Eric on Insecurity in Ministry
34:38 – Attending Leeland Seminary: Pastor Eric’s Journey Through Seminary Life
39:00 – How to Succeed in Seminary: Eric’s Practical Tips for Ministry Students
41:31 – What They Don’t Teach You in Seminary (But Every Pastor Needs to Know)
42:56 – Balancing Seminary, Ministry, Family, and Full-Time Work: A Pastor’s Life
51:03 – Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation: A Biblical Perspective Every Christian Should Know
53:56 – How Pastor Eric Prepares His Sermons (Step-by-Step Process)
59:09 – How Vulnerable Should a Pastor Be? Understanding Boundaries in Ministry
59:47 – Understanding Sanctification: A Lifelong Spiritual Journey Explained
01:03:15 – Individual Sermons vs. Series: Which Format is Better for Pastoral Impact?
01:06:55 – Pastor Eric’s Ministry Heroes: From Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley to Louie Giglio
01:10:53 – Building Connection Beyond Sunday: How Pastors Can Truly Shepherd Their People
01:15:17 – Staying Spiritually Sharp: How Eric Refuels When Creativity Runs Dry
01:17:37 – What Pastor Eric Loves Most About Pastoring in 2025
01:18:43 – Spiritual Discipline & Preaching When You Don’t Feel Like It
01:21:59 – Outro
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