Episode 99 - Marriage Through Different Seasons of Parenting

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Episode 99 - Marriage Through Different Seasons of Parenting

More Than Roommates

October 22, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Gabrielle McCullough, Derek Davidson • Luke 6:47–49, Ephesians 5:15–16, Romans 12:2, Hebrews 12:1–2, Proverbs 15:22

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that come along with different seasons of parenting, from newlyweds to the empty nest. How can you keep your marriage strong in every season?

Questions to Discuss:

1. What’s your favorite season of the year? (Winter, spring, summer, fall)

2. How can you keep your marriage strong in your current season of marriage and parenting?

3. Regardless of the season you’re in, what are the priorities for your marriage and family?

4. What can you do today in your marriage to help you finish the race strong?

Scriptures:

PR 15:22

Luke 6:47-49

John 16:33

1 Corinthians 7:28

Phil 2:3-4

Mark 10:45

Eph 5:15-16

Romans 12:2

Hebrews 12:1-2

Resources:

Are You at Risk for Gray Divorce?, by Focus on the Family

Episode 104 - Holidays and In-Law & Family Expectations

November 12, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Gabrielle McCullough, Derek Davidson • James 4:1, Matthew 7:12, Philippians 2:3–4, Galatians 1:10

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discussing holidays, especially related to expectations around family and in-laws. How can you proactively address some of the challenges couples often face around holiday expectations? Scriptures: James 4:1 Matthew 7:12 Phil 2:3-4 Galatians 1:10 Questions to Discuss: 1. What’s your favorite Holiday movie? Is Home Alone a Christmas movie? (Yes, of course it is!). 2. How can you fight back against selfishness during the holidays? 3. How can you and your spouse be peacemakers this holiday season? Resources: More Than Roommates - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-than-roommates/id1667102563?i=1000633990338 More Than Roommates – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-than-roommates/id1667102563?i=1000634756871

Episode 103 - Protect Your Marriage (Live from the 2024 MTR Marriage Conference)

November 7, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Gabrielle McCullough, Derek Davidson • 1 Corinthians 10:12–13, 1 Timothy 1:15, Psalm 16:11, Romans 13:14, Luke 6:47–49

Live from the 2024 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference! In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott respond to a testimony of infidelity shared live at the 2024 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference. We share some lessons learned on how to protect our marriages. Registration is now open for the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference! Find out more at https://harriscreek.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2548656. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 Romans 13:14 Luke 6:47-49 PS 16:11 MT 7:3-5 1 Tim 1:15 Questions to Discuss: 1. As we unpack Kevin & Kelli’s testimony, what stuck out to you from our observations? 2. What do you run to when you’re stressed in life and in marriage? 3. Who or what is the biggest problem in your marriage? Resources: More Than Roommates Episode 102 – A Story of Redemption and Forgiveness (feat. Kevin & Kelli Mainz)

Episode 102 - A Story of Redemption and Forgiveness (feat. Kevin & Kelli Mainz)

November 5, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Kevin Mainz, Kelli Mainz • Romans 12:2, Deuteronomy 31:8, Romans 8:28, Ecclesiastes 9:9, Isaiah 40:28–31

In this episode of More Than Roommates, we get to hear a testimony from Kevin & Kelli Mainz and their story of infidelity and recovery. While you may not have the same testimony as Kevin & Kelli, you can still learn from their mistakes and be encouraged by God’s faithfulness in their story. Registration is now open for the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference! Find out more at https://harriscreek.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2548656. Questions to Discuss: 1. What are you most encouraged by or challenged by in Kevin & Kelli’s testimony? 2.How have you experienced God’s grace, mercy, and forgiveness in your life and in your marriage? 3. What story does your marriage tell? A story of brokenness or of redemption and healing? Scriptures: Romans 12:2 Deut 31:8 Rom 8:28 Ecc 9:9 PR 3:5-6 Isa 40:28-31