Ronnie Phillips, Jr.
Lead Pastor
Dr. Ronnie Phillips, Jr. is the Lead Pastor of Abba's House. He has been part of Abba's House since he was born and has served the church full-time since 2007 in many different positions including Senior Associate Pastor. Pastor Ronnie is carrying the mantel of gospel ministry to the nations. He is committed to loving people, preaching the inerrant and infallible word of God, teaching grace, and serving not just the people of Abba's House, but the city of Chattanooga as well.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Theology and a Master of Ministry degree in Biblical studies. He graduated with his Doctor of Ministry degree from Covington Theological Seminary in 2015 and preaches regularly at Abba's House. He has led crusades in Guatemala, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, and in states across the Southeast for Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He is co-author of “The Power of Agreement," written with his father, Dr. Ron Phillips. The Lord has used the message of agreement and unity to bring restoration to many churches. Pastor Ronnie serves on the Executive Board of Houses of Hope International, which manages 31 orphanages around the world.
Pastor Ronnie serves on several local boards in the city and ministers to children on a weekly basis. He served at UNUM Corporation for seven years prior to officially joining the Abba's House team. His wife, Kelly, is an Account Executive for a large health insurer and their number one ministry is their three boys, Trey, Reid, and Ryce.
Ronnie and Kelly have a desire to see Abba's House reach its full potential. As their ministry grows, they want people to know they are special in the eyes of the Lord. They have a passion for homeless, hurting, and heartbroken people. They long for Abba's House to be a place of grace and restoration. Ronnie & Kelly are thankful for their heritage and are excited about the future of Abba's House.